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DocumentEmotional factors in placebo analgesia2007

Reference code: PT/FB
Entity holding: BIAL Foundation
Location: S. Mamede do Coronado
Title:
BIAL Foundation Archive
Start date: 1994
History:
The BIAL Foundation was created in 1994 by Laboratórios BIAL in conjunction with the Council of Rectors of Portuguese Universities. BIAL’s Foundation mission is to foster the scientific study of Man from both the physical and spiritual perspectives.
Along the years the BIAL Foundation has developed an important relationship with the scientific community, first in Portugal and after worldwide. Today it is an institution of reference which aims to stimulate new researches that may help people, promote more health and contribute to new milestones to gain access to knowledge.
Among its activities the BIAL Foundation manages the BIAL Award, created in 1984, one of the most important awards in the Health field in Europe. The BIAL Award rewards both the basic and the clinical research distinguishing works of major impact in medical research.
The BIAL Foundation also assigns Scientific Research Scholarships for the study of neurophysiological and mental health in people, arousing the interest of researchers in the areas of Psychophysiology and Parapsychology.
To date the BIAL Foundation has supported 461 projects, more than 1000 researchers, with research groups in twenty-seven countries, resulting, until April 2013, in about 600 full papers, out of which 172 published in indexed international journals with an average impact factor of 3.6 and a substantial number of citations (1665).
Since 1996 the BIAL Foundation organizes the Symposia entitled "Behind and Beyond the Brain", a Forum that gathers well renowned neurosciences speakers and the BIAL Foundation Fellows which are spread around the world.
Classified as an institution of public utility, the BIAL Foundation includes among its patrons the Portuguese President, the Portuguese Universities Rectors' Council and the Portuguese Medical Association.
URL: http://www.bial.com/pt/
Accessibility: By permission

Reference code: PT/FB/BL
Entity holding: BIAL Foundation
Title: BIAL Grants
Start date: 1994
History:
In 1994 the BIAL Foundation launched a programme of science research grants with the aim of encouraging the research into Man’s physical and mental processes, namely in fields still largely unexplored but which warrant further scientific analysis, as Psychophysiology and Parapsychology.
Since its launch, applications to the BIAL grants have been increasing. Up to now 461 projects have been supported, involving more than 1000 researchers from 27 countries.
The approved applications have benefited from grants in amounts comprised between €5,000 and €50, 000. The amount to be granted is fixed by the Scientific board according to the needs of each project.
The supported projects have originated, until April 2013, in about 600 full papers, 172 out of which were published in indexed international journals with an average impact factor of 3.6 and a substantial number of citations (1665).
Among the BIAL Foundation fellows is worth highlighting the presence of scientists from prestigious universities from the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, Russia, Germany, Japan, France, Canada, and many others.
The BIAL grants are promoted biannually.

Reference code: PT/FB/BL-2006
Location: Arquivo PCA - Pastas 1 a 22 /2006
Title:
2006 Grants
Start date: 2007-01 - 2013-11
Dimension/support:
22 caixas de arquivo

Reference code: PT/FB/BL-2006-161
Location: Arquivo PCA - Pasta 12/2006
Title:
161 - The relation of mind to body. Psychophysiological studies of the placebo effect
Duration: 2007-01 - 2010-05
Researcher(s):
Magne Arve Flaten, Oddmund Johansen, Terje Simonsen, Per M. Aslaksen, Peter Lyby, Espen Bjorkedal
Institution(s): Department of Psychology, University of Tromso (Norway)
Contents: Contents:
Bursary agreement
Application form
Correspondence
Financial report and expenditure documents
Progress reports
Final report
2 Articles
Language: eng
Author:
Flaten, M.
Secondary author(s):
Johansen, O., Simonsen, T., Aslaksen, P., Lyby, P., Bjørkedal, E.
Number of reproductions:
1
Keywords:
Psychophysiology / Pain / Emotion

Reference code: PT/FB/BL-2006-161.14
Location: Arquivo PCA - Pasta 12/2006
Title:
Emotional factors in placebo analgesia
Publication year: 2007
URL:
http://www.placebo-vw.unito.it/Immagini/Tutzing-program.pdf
Abstract/Results: ABSTRACT:
Treatment for pain induces an expectation that pain will be reduced after the treatment. Research has shown that the expectation alone can reduce pain, and this has been termed placebo analgesia. However, expectation of reduced pain may also have other consequences, one of them being a reduction in stress or negative emotion. Stress and negative emotions have been found to increase pain, and it could be hypothesized that placebo analgesia is mediated via a reduction in stress. Experiments that test the hypothesis will be presented. Subjects scoring high on the Fear of Pain questionnaire displayed high levels of stress before application of the pain stimuli, as expected, and data from these subjects are of special interest for the hypothesis.
Accessibility: Document does not exist in file
Language:
eng
Author:
Flaten, M.
Secondary author(s):
Aslaksen, P.
Document type:
Abstract book
Number of reproductions:
1
Reference:
Flaten, M., & Aslaksen, P. (2007). Emotional factors in placebo analgesia. In Abstract book of the Symposium on Mechanisms of Placebo/Nocebo Responses (p. 22). Tutzing, Germany.
Indexed document: No
Keywords: Placebo analgesia / Fear of pain / Stress / Negative emotions

Emotional factors in placebo analgesia

Emotional factors in placebo analgesia
Document(133) The relation of stress and heart rate variability to placebo analgesia2008

Reference code: PT/FB
Entity holding: BIAL Foundation
Location: S. Mamede do Coronado
Title:
BIAL Foundation Archive
Start date: 1994
History:
The BIAL Foundation was created in 1994 by Laboratórios BIAL in conjunction with the Council of Rectors of Portuguese Universities. BIAL’s Foundation mission is to foster the scientific study of Man from both the physical and spiritual perspectives.
Along the years the BIAL Foundation has developed an important relationship with the scientific community, first in Portugal and after worldwide. Today it is an institution of reference which aims to stimulate new researches that may help people, promote more health and contribute to new milestones to gain access to knowledge.
Among its activities the BIAL Foundation manages the BIAL Award, created in 1984, one of the most important awards in the Health field in Europe. The BIAL Award rewards both the basic and the clinical research distinguishing works of major impact in medical research.
The BIAL Foundation also assigns Scientific Research Scholarships for the study of neurophysiological and mental health in people, arousing the interest of researchers in the areas of Psychophysiology and Parapsychology.
To date the BIAL Foundation has supported 461 projects, more than 1000 researchers, with research groups in twenty-seven countries, resulting, until April 2013, in about 600 full papers, out of which 172 published in indexed international journals with an average impact factor of 3.6 and a substantial number of citations (1665).
Since 1996 the BIAL Foundation organizes the Symposia entitled "Behind and Beyond the Brain", a Forum that gathers well renowned neurosciences speakers and the BIAL Foundation Fellows which are spread around the world.
Classified as an institution of public utility, the BIAL Foundation includes among its patrons the Portuguese President, the Portuguese Universities Rectors' Council and the Portuguese Medical Association.
URL: http://www.bial.com/pt/
Accessibility: By permission

Reference code: PT/FB/BL
Entity holding: BIAL Foundation
Title: BIAL Grants
Start date: 1994
History:
In 1994 the BIAL Foundation launched a programme of science research grants with the aim of encouraging the research into Man’s physical and mental processes, namely in fields still largely unexplored but which warrant further scientific analysis, as Psychophysiology and Parapsychology.
Since its launch, applications to the BIAL grants have been increasing. Up to now 461 projects have been supported, involving more than 1000 researchers from 27 countries.
The approved applications have benefited from grants in amounts comprised between €5,000 and €50, 000. The amount to be granted is fixed by the Scientific board according to the needs of each project.
The supported projects have originated, until April 2013, in about 600 full papers, 172 out of which were published in indexed international journals with an average impact factor of 3.6 and a substantial number of citations (1665).
Among the BIAL Foundation fellows is worth highlighting the presence of scientists from prestigious universities from the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, Russia, Germany, Japan, France, Canada, and many others.
The BIAL grants are promoted biannually.

Reference code: PT/FB/BL-2006
Location: Arquivo PCA - Pastas 1 a 22 /2006
Title:
2006 Grants
Start date: 2007-01 - 2013-11
Dimension/support:
22 caixas de arquivo

Reference code: PT/FB/BL-2006-161
Location: Arquivo PCA - Pasta 12/2006
Title:
161 - The relation of mind to body. Psychophysiological studies of the placebo effect
Duration: 2007-01 - 2010-05
Researcher(s):
Magne Arve Flaten, Oddmund Johansen, Terje Simonsen, Per M. Aslaksen, Peter Lyby, Espen Bjorkedal
Institution(s): Department of Psychology, University of Tromso (Norway)
Contents: Contents:
Bursary agreement
Application form
Correspondence
Financial report and expenditure documents
Progress reports
Final report
2 Articles
Language: eng
Author:
Flaten, M.
Secondary author(s):
Johansen, O., Simonsen, T., Aslaksen, P., Lyby, P., Bjørkedal, E.
Number of reproductions:
1
Keywords:
Psychophysiology / Pain / Emotion

Reference code: PT/FB/BL-2006-161.15
Location: Arquivo PCA - Pasta 12/2006
Title:
(133) The relation of stress and heart rate variability to placebo analgesia
Publication year: 2008
URL:
http://download.journals.elsevierhealth.com/pdfs/journals/1526-5900/PIIS1526590008000539.pdf
Abstract/Results: ABSTRACT:
The present experiment investigated whether administration of placebo affected heart rate variability during heat pain. It was hypothesized that the ratio of low frequent to high frequent (LF/HF) heart rate variability would decrease after administration of an inert substance together with information that it was a powerful painkiller. In a within subjects design, 63 participants (32 females) were tested on two separate days, one day for the placebo condition and one day for control. In the placebo condition, the participants received two capsules containing 75mg lactose each during the second of five pain tests, with information that the capsules were a high dose of a standard analgesic with high pain analgesic effect on heat pain. In the control condition, the same subjects underwent the same five pain tests, but without placebo administration. Pain tests consisted of heat pain (+46C, duration 240 seconds) to the forearm. ECG was recorded continuously. Subjective pain intensity, pain unpleasantness, stress and arousal were measured on VAS scales during each pain test. In addition, mood was measured by the SAM. Results revealed that the LF/HF ratio during painful stimulation decreased significantly in the placebo condition after placebo administration (F (1, 57) = 7.08, p = 0.01). There was lower pain intensity (F (1,62) = 20.53, p = 0.01) in the placebo condition compared to the control condition. Subjective stress during pain was decreased after placebo administration (F (1, 62) = 7.45, p = 0.01), and there was lower subjective stress in the placebo condition compared to the control condition (F (1, 62) = 5.39, p = 0.02). There were no significant effects on pain unpleasantness, arousal or mood. The results from the present experiment suggest that placebo analgesia is accompanied by a reduction in cardiac autonomic activation and a reduction of subjective stress.
Accessibility: Document does not exist in file
Language:
eng
Author:
Aslaksen, P.
Secondary author(s):
Flaten, M.
Document type:
Abstract
Number of reproductions:
1
Reference:
Aslaksen, P., & Flaten, M. (2008). (133) The relation of stress and heart rate variability to placebo analgesia. Journal of Pain, 9(4), Supplement 2, S9. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jpain.2008.01.052
Indexed document: Yes
Keywords: Psychophysiology / Heat pain / Heart rate variability (HRV) / Placebo / Stress / Arousal / Mood

(133) The relation of stress and heart rate variability to placebo analgesia

(133) The relation of stress and heart rate variability to placebo analgesia
DocumentIs there a placebo responder?2008

Reference code: PT/FB
Entity holding: BIAL Foundation
Location: S. Mamede do Coronado
Title:
BIAL Foundation Archive
Start date: 1994
History:
The BIAL Foundation was created in 1994 by Laboratórios BIAL in conjunction with the Council of Rectors of Portuguese Universities. BIAL’s Foundation mission is to foster the scientific study of Man from both the physical and spiritual perspectives.
Along the years the BIAL Foundation has developed an important relationship with the scientific community, first in Portugal and after worldwide. Today it is an institution of reference which aims to stimulate new researches that may help people, promote more health and contribute to new milestones to gain access to knowledge.
Among its activities the BIAL Foundation manages the BIAL Award, created in 1984, one of the most important awards in the Health field in Europe. The BIAL Award rewards both the basic and the clinical research distinguishing works of major impact in medical research.
The BIAL Foundation also assigns Scientific Research Scholarships for the study of neurophysiological and mental health in people, arousing the interest of researchers in the areas of Psychophysiology and Parapsychology.
To date the BIAL Foundation has supported 461 projects, more than 1000 researchers, with research groups in twenty-seven countries, resulting, until April 2013, in about 600 full papers, out of which 172 published in indexed international journals with an average impact factor of 3.6 and a substantial number of citations (1665).
Since 1996 the BIAL Foundation organizes the Symposia entitled "Behind and Beyond the Brain", a Forum that gathers well renowned neurosciences speakers and the BIAL Foundation Fellows which are spread around the world.
Classified as an institution of public utility, the BIAL Foundation includes among its patrons the Portuguese President, the Portuguese Universities Rectors' Council and the Portuguese Medical Association.
URL: http://www.bial.com/pt/
Accessibility: By permission

Reference code: PT/FB/BL
Entity holding: BIAL Foundation
Title: BIAL Grants
Start date: 1994
History:
In 1994 the BIAL Foundation launched a programme of science research grants with the aim of encouraging the research into Man’s physical and mental processes, namely in fields still largely unexplored but which warrant further scientific analysis, as Psychophysiology and Parapsychology.
Since its launch, applications to the BIAL grants have been increasing. Up to now 461 projects have been supported, involving more than 1000 researchers from 27 countries.
The approved applications have benefited from grants in amounts comprised between €5,000 and €50, 000. The amount to be granted is fixed by the Scientific board according to the needs of each project.
The supported projects have originated, until April 2013, in about 600 full papers, 172 out of which were published in indexed international journals with an average impact factor of 3.6 and a substantial number of citations (1665).
Among the BIAL Foundation fellows is worth highlighting the presence of scientists from prestigious universities from the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, Russia, Germany, Japan, France, Canada, and many others.
The BIAL grants are promoted biannually.

Reference code: PT/FB/BL-2006
Location: Arquivo PCA - Pastas 1 a 22 /2006
Title:
2006 Grants
Start date: 2007-01 - 2013-11
Dimension/support:
22 caixas de arquivo

Reference code: PT/FB/BL-2006-161
Location: Arquivo PCA - Pasta 12/2006
Title:
161 - The relation of mind to body. Psychophysiological studies of the placebo effect
Duration: 2007-01 - 2010-05
Researcher(s):
Magne Arve Flaten, Oddmund Johansen, Terje Simonsen, Per M. Aslaksen, Peter Lyby, Espen Bjorkedal
Institution(s): Department of Psychology, University of Tromso (Norway)
Contents: Contents:
Bursary agreement
Application form
Correspondence
Financial report and expenditure documents
Progress reports
Final report
2 Articles
Language: eng
Author:
Flaten, M.
Secondary author(s):
Johansen, O., Simonsen, T., Aslaksen, P., Lyby, P., Bjørkedal, E.
Number of reproductions:
1
Keywords:
Psychophysiology / Pain / Emotion

Reference code: PT/FB/BL-2006-161.18
Location: Arquivo PCA - Pasta 12/2006
Title:
Is there a placebo responder?
Publication year: 2008
URL:
http://www.abstractsonline.com/viewer/viewAbstractPrintFriendly.asp?CKey={B3B9FDB9-2CE9-4F65-968D-B9668D1589B2}&SKey={140A3D71-1A65-43A4-BA8D-1D19B9481117}&MKey={C9574065-70A7-4248-B115-6786733F7556}&AKey={51FD9D5C-B558-4333-95E6-175995909423}
Abstract/Results: ABSTRACT:
AIM OF INVESTIGATION:
Both verbally induced expectation and conditioning procedures have been reported as important underlying psychological mechanisms of placebo analgesia. There is great variability in this analgesic response, suggesting a role for individual differences. The present study investigated the relation of personality factors to placebo analgsia. Placebo analgesic responses were classically conditioned by pairing administration of placebo capsules with surreptitious lowering of pain intensity in one group. In one control group, placebo capsules were administrated while pain intensity was kept unchanged. In a second control group, placebo capsules were not administrated while pain intensity was lowered.
METHODS:
69 subjects (38 females) participated in the study. The subjects were randomly assigned to three groups where cold pain was induced by a thermode attached to the right volar forearm. Cold pain was delivered four times, each exposure lasting for 2 minutes. In the conditioned group temperatures increased from -100C to 00C to +50C across the three first pain exposures after the administration of placebo capsules. A conditioned stimulus (CS) control group also received the capsules but the temperatures were kept constant (-100C) after the administration of the capsules. An unconditioned (US) control group received the same temperatures as the conditioned group but did not receive the capsules. The placebo analgesic response was assessed by adding a fourth cold pain induction at -100C at the end of the experiments in all three groups. We hypothesized that placebo analgesic responding would occur in the conditioned group but not in the other two. The Cattell 16PF and the Fear of Pain Questionnaire were administered prior to the experimental procedures. Placebo analgesia was defined as a reduction in pain from the first to the last pain induction.
RESULTS:
Placebo analgesia was observed in the conditioned group, and somewhat surprisingly also in the CS control group, compared to the US control group. No personality factors predicted the placebo analgesic response. The anxiety factor on the 16PF inventory positively predicted cortisol levels (ß = .26, t = 2.2, p = .031). Fear of pain positively predicted pain intensity (ß = .2, t = 2.51, p = .014), pain unpleasantness (ß = .25, t = 2.16, p = .034), and stress scores (ß = .27, t = 2.3, p = .024).
CONCLUSIONS:
A placebo responder subtype could not be identified in the personality tests used in the present study. This supports the idea that variability in placebo responses are not due to personality traits, but are due to past experiences and situational factors.
Accessibility: Document does not exist in file
Language:
eng
Author:
Lyby, P.
Secondary author(s):
Bjørkedal, E., Aslaksen, P., Flaten, M.
Document type:
Online abstract
Number of reproductions:
1
Reference:
Lyby, P., Bjørkedal, E., Aslaksen, P., & Flaten, M. (2008). Is there a placebo responder? Poster presented at the 12th World Congress on Pain, Glasgow, UK. Abstract retireved from http://www.abstractsonline.com/viewer/?mkey=%7BC9574065%2D70A7%2D4248%2DB115%2D6786733F7556%7D
Indexed document: No
Keywords: Placebo analgesia / Classical conditioning / Fear of pain / Personality / Stress
DocumentAbnormal cortisol awakening response predicts worse cognitive function in patients with first-episode psychosis2010

Reference code: PT/FB
Entity holding: BIAL Foundation
Location: S. Mamede do Coronado
Title:
BIAL Foundation Archive
Start date: 1994
History:
The BIAL Foundation was created in 1994 by Laboratórios BIAL in conjunction with the Council of Rectors of Portuguese Universities. BIAL’s Foundation mission is to foster the scientific study of Man from both the physical and spiritual perspectives.
Along the years the BIAL Foundation has developed an important relationship with the scientific community, first in Portugal and after worldwide. Today it is an institution of reference which aims to stimulate new researches that may help people, promote more health and contribute to new milestones to gain access to knowledge.
Among its activities the BIAL Foundation manages the BIAL Award, created in 1984, one of the most important awards in the Health field in Europe. The BIAL Award rewards both the basic and the clinical research distinguishing works of major impact in medical research.
The BIAL Foundation also assigns Scientific Research Scholarships for the study of neurophysiological and mental health in people, arousing the interest of researchers in the areas of Psychophysiology and Parapsychology.
To date the BIAL Foundation has supported 461 projects, more than 1000 researchers, with research groups in twenty-seven countries, resulting, until April 2013, in about 600 full papers, out of which 172 published in indexed international journals with an average impact factor of 3.6 and a substantial number of citations (1665).
Since 1996 the BIAL Foundation organizes the Symposia entitled "Behind and Beyond the Brain", a Forum that gathers well renowned neurosciences speakers and the BIAL Foundation Fellows which are spread around the world.
Classified as an institution of public utility, the BIAL Foundation includes among its patrons the Portuguese President, the Portuguese Universities Rectors' Council and the Portuguese Medical Association.
URL: http://www.bial.com/pt/
Accessibility: By permission

Reference code: PT/FB/BL
Entity holding: BIAL Foundation
Title: BIAL Grants
Start date: 1994
History:
In 1994 the BIAL Foundation launched a programme of science research grants with the aim of encouraging the research into Man’s physical and mental processes, namely in fields still largely unexplored but which warrant further scientific analysis, as Psychophysiology and Parapsychology.
Since its launch, applications to the BIAL grants have been increasing. Up to now 461 projects have been supported, involving more than 1000 researchers from 27 countries.
The approved applications have benefited from grants in amounts comprised between €5,000 and €50, 000. The amount to be granted is fixed by the Scientific board according to the needs of each project.
The supported projects have originated, until April 2013, in about 600 full papers, 172 out of which were published in indexed international journals with an average impact factor of 3.6 and a substantial number of citations (1665).
Among the BIAL Foundation fellows is worth highlighting the presence of scientists from prestigious universities from the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, Russia, Germany, Japan, France, Canada, and many others.
The BIAL grants are promoted biannually.

Reference code: PT/FB/BL-2006
Location: Arquivo PCA - Pastas 1 a 22 /2006
Title:
2006 Grants
Start date: 2007-01 - 2013-11
Dimension/support:
22 caixas de arquivo

Reference code: PT/FB/BL-2006-036
Location: Arquivo PCA - Pasta 18/2006
Title:
036 - The psychophysiology of neurological abnormalities in first episode psychosis and in healthy individuals - A study using multimodal brain imaging
Duration: 2007-03 - 2010-09
Researcher(s):
Paola Dazzan, Philip McGuire, Carmine Pariante, Marta Di Forti, Julia Lappin, Valeria Mondelli
Institution(s): Division of Psychological Medicine, Institute of Psychiatry, London (UK)
Contents: Contents:
Bursary agreement
Application form
Correspondence
Financial report and expenditure documents
Progress reports
Final report
1 Article
Language: eng
Author:
Dazzan, P.
Secondary author(s):
McGuire, P., Pariante, C., Di Forti, M., Lappin, J., Mondelli, V.
Number of reproductions:
1
Keywords:
Psychophysiology / Brain structure and function / Biopsychological problems / Mental health / Psychotic disorders / Body structure and function / Audition / Movement / Vision

Reference code: PT/FB/BL-2006-036.05
Location: Arquivo PCA - Pasta 18/2006
Title:
Abnormal cortisol awakening response predicts worse cognitive function in patients with first-episode psychosis
Publication year: 2010
URL:
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20529412
Abstract/Results: ABSTRACT:
BACKGROUND:
Cognitive impairment, particularly in memory and executive function, is a core feature of psychosis. Moreover, psychosis is characterized by a more prominent history of stress exposure, and by dysregulation of the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis. In turn, stress exposure and abnormal levels of the main HPA axis hormone cortisol are associated with cognitive impairments in a variety of clinical and experimental samples; however, this association has never been examined in first-episode psychosis (FEP).
METHOD:
In this study, 30 FEP patients and 26 controls completed assessment of the HPA axis (cortisol awakening response and cortisol levels during the day), perceived stress, recent life events, history of childhood trauma, and cognitive function. The neuropsychological battery comprised general cognitive function, verbal and non-verbal memory, executive function, perception, visuospatial abilities, processing speed, and general knowledge.
RESULTS:
Patients performed significantly worse on all cognitive domains compared to controls. In patients only, a more blunted cortisol awakening response (that is, more abnormal) was associated with a more severe deficit in verbal memory and processing speed. In controls only, higher levels of perceived stress and more recent life events were associated with a worse performance in executive function and perception and visuospatial abilities.
CONCLUSIONS:
These data support a role for the HPA axis, as measured by cortisol awakening response, in modulating cognitive function in patients with psychosis; however, this association does not seem to be related to the increased exposure to psychosocial stressors described in these patients.
Accessibility: Document does not exist in file
Language:
eng
Author:
Aas, M.
Secondary author(s):
Dazzan, P., Mondelli, V., Toulopoulou, T., Reichenberg, A., Di Forti, M., Fisher, H., Handley, R., Hepgul, N., Marques, T. R., Miorelli, A., Taylor, H., Russo, M., Wiffen, B., Papadopoulos, A., Aitchison, K. J., Morgan, C., Murray, R., Pariante, C.
Document type:
Article
Number of reproductions:
1
Reference:
Aas, M., Dazzan, P., Mondelli, V., Toulopoulou, T., Reichenberg, A.,Di Forti, M., . . . Pariante, C. (2010). Abnormal cortisol awakening response predicts worse cognitive function in patients with first-episode psychosis. Psychological Medicine, 41(3), 463-476. https://doi.org/10.1017/S0033291710001170
2-year Impact Factor: 5.200|2010
Times cited: 99|2025-09-09
Indexed document: Yes
Quartile: Q1
Keywords: Cognition / Cortisol / Hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis / Psychosis / Schizophrenia / Stress
DocumentStress and inflammation reduce brain-derived neurotrophic factor expression in first-episode psychosis: a pathway to smaller hippocampal volume2011

Reference code: PT/FB
Entity holding: BIAL Foundation
Location: S. Mamede do Coronado
Title:
BIAL Foundation Archive
Start date: 1994
History:
The BIAL Foundation was created in 1994 by Laboratórios BIAL in conjunction with the Council of Rectors of Portuguese Universities. BIAL’s Foundation mission is to foster the scientific study of Man from both the physical and spiritual perspectives.
Along the years the BIAL Foundation has developed an important relationship with the scientific community, first in Portugal and after worldwide. Today it is an institution of reference which aims to stimulate new researches that may help people, promote more health and contribute to new milestones to gain access to knowledge.
Among its activities the BIAL Foundation manages the BIAL Award, created in 1984, one of the most important awards in the Health field in Europe. The BIAL Award rewards both the basic and the clinical research distinguishing works of major impact in medical research.
The BIAL Foundation also assigns Scientific Research Scholarships for the study of neurophysiological and mental health in people, arousing the interest of researchers in the areas of Psychophysiology and Parapsychology.
To date the BIAL Foundation has supported 461 projects, more than 1000 researchers, with research groups in twenty-seven countries, resulting, until April 2013, in about 600 full papers, out of which 172 published in indexed international journals with an average impact factor of 3.6 and a substantial number of citations (1665).
Since 1996 the BIAL Foundation organizes the Symposia entitled "Behind and Beyond the Brain", a Forum that gathers well renowned neurosciences speakers and the BIAL Foundation Fellows which are spread around the world.
Classified as an institution of public utility, the BIAL Foundation includes among its patrons the Portuguese President, the Portuguese Universities Rectors' Council and the Portuguese Medical Association.
URL: http://www.bial.com/pt/
Accessibility: By permission

Reference code: PT/FB/BL
Entity holding: BIAL Foundation
Title: BIAL Grants
Start date: 1994
History:
In 1994 the BIAL Foundation launched a programme of science research grants with the aim of encouraging the research into Man’s physical and mental processes, namely in fields still largely unexplored but which warrant further scientific analysis, as Psychophysiology and Parapsychology.
Since its launch, applications to the BIAL grants have been increasing. Up to now 461 projects have been supported, involving more than 1000 researchers from 27 countries.
The approved applications have benefited from grants in amounts comprised between €5,000 and €50, 000. The amount to be granted is fixed by the Scientific board according to the needs of each project.
The supported projects have originated, until April 2013, in about 600 full papers, 172 out of which were published in indexed international journals with an average impact factor of 3.6 and a substantial number of citations (1665).
Among the BIAL Foundation fellows is worth highlighting the presence of scientists from prestigious universities from the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, Russia, Germany, Japan, France, Canada, and many others.
The BIAL grants are promoted biannually.

Reference code: PT/FB/BL-2006
Location: Arquivo PCA - Pastas 1 a 22 /2006
Title:
2006 Grants
Start date: 2007-01 - 2013-11
Dimension/support:
22 caixas de arquivo

Reference code: PT/FB/BL-2006-036
Location: Arquivo PCA - Pasta 18/2006
Title:
036 - The psychophysiology of neurological abnormalities in first episode psychosis and in healthy individuals - A study using multimodal brain imaging
Duration: 2007-03 - 2010-09
Researcher(s):
Paola Dazzan, Philip McGuire, Carmine Pariante, Marta Di Forti, Julia Lappin, Valeria Mondelli
Institution(s): Division of Psychological Medicine, Institute of Psychiatry, London (UK)
Contents: Contents:
Bursary agreement
Application form
Correspondence
Financial report and expenditure documents
Progress reports
Final report
1 Article
Language: eng
Author:
Dazzan, P.
Secondary author(s):
McGuire, P., Pariante, C., Di Forti, M., Lappin, J., Mondelli, V.
Number of reproductions:
1
Keywords:
Psychophysiology / Brain structure and function / Biopsychological problems / Mental health / Psychotic disorders / Body structure and function / Audition / Movement / Vision

Reference code: PT/FB/BL-2006-036.06
Location: Arquivo PCA - Pasta 18/2006
Title:
Stress and inflammation reduce brain-derived neurotrophic factor expression in first-episode psychosis: a pathway to smaller hippocampal volume
Publication year: 2011
URL:
http://article.psychiatrist.com/dao_1-login.asp?ID=10007410&RSID=37650944020304
Abstract/Results: ABSTRACT:
BACKGROUND:
Reduced brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) levels have been reported in the serum and plasma of patients with psychosis. The aim of this cross-sectional case-control study was to investigate potential causes and consequences of reduced BDNF expression in these patients by examining the association between BDNF levels and measures of stress, inflammation, and hippocampal volume in first-episode psychosis.
METHOD:
Brain-derived neurotrophic factor, interleukin (IL)-6, and tumor necrosis factor (TNF)-a messenger RNA levels were measured in the leukocytes of 49 first-episode psychosis patients (DSM-IV criteria) and 30 healthy controls, all aged 18 to 65 years, recruited between January 2006 and December 2008. Patients were recruited from inpatient and outpatient units of the South London and Maudsley National Health Service Foundation Trust in London, United Kingdom, and the healthy controls were recruited from the same catchment area via advertisement and volunteer databases. In these same subjects, we measured salivary cortisol levels and collected information about psychosocial stressors (number of childhood traumas, number of recent stressors, and perceived stress). Finally, hippocampal volume was measured using brain magnetic resonance imaging in a subsample of 19 patients.
RESULTS:
Patients had reduced BDNF (effect size, d = 1.3; P < .001) and increased IL-6 (effect size, d = 1.1; P < .001) and TNF-a (effect size, d = 1.7; P < .001) gene expression levels when compared with controls, as well as higher levels of psychosocial stressors. A linear regression analysis in patients showed that a history of childhood trauma and high levels of recent stressors predicted lower BDNF expression through an inflammation-mediated pathway (adjusted R(2) = 0.23, P = .009). In turn, lower BDNF expression, increased IL-6 expression, and increased cortisol levels all significantly and independently predicted a smaller left hippocampal volume (adjusted R(2) = 0.71, P < .001).
CONCLUSIONS:
Biological changes activated by stress represent a significant factor influencing brain structure and function in first-episode psychosis through an effect on BDNF.
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Language:
eng
Author:
Mondelli, V.
Secondary author(s):
Cattaneo, A., Belvederi Murri, M., Di Forti, M., Handley, R., Hepgul, N., Miorelli, A., Navari, S., Papadopoulos, A., Aitchison, K. J., Morgan, C., Murray, R., Dazzan, P., Pariante, C.
Document type:
Article
Number of reproductions:
1
Reference:
Mondelli, V., Cattaneo, A., Belvederi Murri, M., Di Forti, M., Handley, R., ... Pariante, C. (2011). Stress and inflammation reduce brain-derived neurotrophic factor expression in first-episode psychosis: a pathway to smaller hippocampal volume. Journal of Clinical Psychiatry, 72(12), 1677-1684. https://doi.org/10.4088/JCP.10m06745
2-year Impact Factor: 5.799|2011
Times cited: 242|2025-09-10
Indexed document: Yes
Quartile: Q1
Keywords: Brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) / First-episode psychosis / Stress / Hippocampal volume
DocumentStress and the hypothalamic pituitary adrenal axis activity in first episode psychosis2009

Reference code: PT/FB
Entity holding: BIAL Foundation
Location: S. Mamede do Coronado
Title:
BIAL Foundation Archive
Start date: 1994
History:
The BIAL Foundation was created in 1994 by Laboratórios BIAL in conjunction with the Council of Rectors of Portuguese Universities. BIAL’s Foundation mission is to foster the scientific study of Man from both the physical and spiritual perspectives.
Along the years the BIAL Foundation has developed an important relationship with the scientific community, first in Portugal and after worldwide. Today it is an institution of reference which aims to stimulate new researches that may help people, promote more health and contribute to new milestones to gain access to knowledge.
Among its activities the BIAL Foundation manages the BIAL Award, created in 1984, one of the most important awards in the Health field in Europe. The BIAL Award rewards both the basic and the clinical research distinguishing works of major impact in medical research.
The BIAL Foundation also assigns Scientific Research Scholarships for the study of neurophysiological and mental health in people, arousing the interest of researchers in the areas of Psychophysiology and Parapsychology.
To date the BIAL Foundation has supported 461 projects, more than 1000 researchers, with research groups in twenty-seven countries, resulting, until April 2013, in about 600 full papers, out of which 172 published in indexed international journals with an average impact factor of 3.6 and a substantial number of citations (1665).
Since 1996 the BIAL Foundation organizes the Symposia entitled "Behind and Beyond the Brain", a Forum that gathers well renowned neurosciences speakers and the BIAL Foundation Fellows which are spread around the world.
Classified as an institution of public utility, the BIAL Foundation includes among its patrons the Portuguese President, the Portuguese Universities Rectors' Council and the Portuguese Medical Association.
URL: http://www.bial.com/pt/
Accessibility: By permission

Reference code: PT/FB/BL
Entity holding: BIAL Foundation
Title: BIAL Grants
Start date: 1994
History:
In 1994 the BIAL Foundation launched a programme of science research grants with the aim of encouraging the research into Man’s physical and mental processes, namely in fields still largely unexplored but which warrant further scientific analysis, as Psychophysiology and Parapsychology.
Since its launch, applications to the BIAL grants have been increasing. Up to now 461 projects have been supported, involving more than 1000 researchers from 27 countries.
The approved applications have benefited from grants in amounts comprised between €5,000 and €50, 000. The amount to be granted is fixed by the Scientific board according to the needs of each project.
The supported projects have originated, until April 2013, in about 600 full papers, 172 out of which were published in indexed international journals with an average impact factor of 3.6 and a substantial number of citations (1665).
Among the BIAL Foundation fellows is worth highlighting the presence of scientists from prestigious universities from the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, Russia, Germany, Japan, France, Canada, and many others.
The BIAL grants are promoted biannually.

Reference code: PT/FB/BL-2006
Location: Arquivo PCA - Pastas 1 a 22 /2006
Title:
2006 Grants
Start date: 2007-01 - 2013-11
Dimension/support:
22 caixas de arquivo

Reference code: PT/FB/BL-2006-036
Location: Arquivo PCA - Pasta 18/2006
Title:
036 - The psychophysiology of neurological abnormalities in first episode psychosis and in healthy individuals - A study using multimodal brain imaging
Duration: 2007-03 - 2010-09
Researcher(s):
Paola Dazzan, Philip McGuire, Carmine Pariante, Marta Di Forti, Julia Lappin, Valeria Mondelli
Institution(s): Division of Psychological Medicine, Institute of Psychiatry, London (UK)
Contents: Contents:
Bursary agreement
Application form
Correspondence
Financial report and expenditure documents
Progress reports
Final report
1 Article
Language: eng
Author:
Dazzan, P.
Secondary author(s):
McGuire, P., Pariante, C., Di Forti, M., Lappin, J., Mondelli, V.
Number of reproductions:
1
Keywords:
Psychophysiology / Brain structure and function / Biopsychological problems / Mental health / Psychotic disorders / Body structure and function / Audition / Movement / Vision

Reference code: PT/FB/BL-2006-036.13
Location: Arquivo PCA - Pasta 18/2006
Title:
Stress and the hypothalamic pituitary adrenal axis activity in first episode psychosis
Publication year: 2009
URL:
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2651108/pdf/sbn173.pdf
Abstract/Results: ABSTRACT:
BACKGROUND:
Hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis is the main biological system involved in the stress response. The aim of our study was to evaluate objective and subjective stress together with HPA axis activity in first-episode psychosis patients and healthy controls.
METHODS:
We recruited 40 first-episode psychosis patients (mean +/- SEM age: 29.4 +/-1.2 yrs; gender: 35% females) and 30 controls (mean age: 27.4 +/- 1.0 yrs; gender: 23.3% females) as part of the large Genetic And Psychosis (GAP) study, carried out in South London. Information about childhood trauma, recent stressful events and perceived stress were collected using validated schedules. Salivary cortisol was obtained at awakening, at 15, 30, and 60 minutes after awakening, and at 12 pm, and 8 pm. We calculated the Areas Under the Curve to investigate the cortisol levels during the day and the cortisol response to awakening. An independent t-test and was used to analyze differences in the stress variables and cortisol secretion. Correlation analyses were run to investigate the association between stress variables and cortisol secretion.
RESULTS:
First-episode psychosis patients reported more childhood trauma, recent stressful events, and higher perceived stress compared with controls (P < .001). Patients showed no significant difference in cortisol levels during the day compared with controls (P = .2). However, patients showed a significantly lower cortisol awakening response than controls (P = .034). A positive correlation was found between number of recent stressors or perceived stress and cortisol during the day in controls (r = .377, P = .04 and r = .321, P = .08). In contrast, a negative correlation between number of recent stressors or perceived stress and cortisol during the day was found in patients (r = -.413, P = .01 and r = -.356, P = .04).
CONCLUSIONS:
Our data show that first episode psychosis patients have higher number of stressful events but similar cortisol levels during the day when compared with healthy controls. First episode psychosis patients have an impaired HPA axis response to stress as shown by the blunted cortisol response to awakening and by the negative correlation between measures of recent stress and cortisol secretion during the day.
ACKNOWLEDGMENT:
This research is funded by NARSAD Mental Health Research Association, British Academy, and NIHR Biomedical Research Centre Institute of Psychiatry (Kings’ College London).
Accessibility: Document does not exist in file
Language:
eng
Author:
Mondelli, V.
Secondary author(s):
Aas, M., D'Albenzio, A., Di Forti, M., Di Nicola, M., Handley, R., Hepgul, N., Marques, T. R., Taylor, H., David, A. S., Dazzan, P., Murray, R., Pariante, C.
Document type:
Abstract
Number of reproductions:
1
Reference:
Mondelli, V., Aas, M., D’Albenzio, A., Di Forti, M., Di Nicola, M., Handley, R., . . . Pariante, C. (2009). Stress and the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis activity in first episode psychosis. Schizophrenia Bulletin, 35(Suppl. 1), 149-149.
Indexed document: Yes
Keywords: Hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis / Stress / First-episode psychosis / Childhood trauma

Stress and the hypothalamic pituitary adrenal axis activity in first episode psychosis

Stress and the hypothalamic pituitary adrenal axis activity in first episode psychosis
DocumentIs there a link between a history of childhood trauma and cognitive impairment in first-episode psychosis?2009

Reference code: PT/FB
Entity holding: BIAL Foundation
Location: S. Mamede do Coronado
Title:
BIAL Foundation Archive
Start date: 1994
History:
The BIAL Foundation was created in 1994 by Laboratórios BIAL in conjunction with the Council of Rectors of Portuguese Universities. BIAL’s Foundation mission is to foster the scientific study of Man from both the physical and spiritual perspectives.
Along the years the BIAL Foundation has developed an important relationship with the scientific community, first in Portugal and after worldwide. Today it is an institution of reference which aims to stimulate new researches that may help people, promote more health and contribute to new milestones to gain access to knowledge.
Among its activities the BIAL Foundation manages the BIAL Award, created in 1984, one of the most important awards in the Health field in Europe. The BIAL Award rewards both the basic and the clinical research distinguishing works of major impact in medical research.
The BIAL Foundation also assigns Scientific Research Scholarships for the study of neurophysiological and mental health in people, arousing the interest of researchers in the areas of Psychophysiology and Parapsychology.
To date the BIAL Foundation has supported 461 projects, more than 1000 researchers, with research groups in twenty-seven countries, resulting, until April 2013, in about 600 full papers, out of which 172 published in indexed international journals with an average impact factor of 3.6 and a substantial number of citations (1665).
Since 1996 the BIAL Foundation organizes the Symposia entitled "Behind and Beyond the Brain", a Forum that gathers well renowned neurosciences speakers and the BIAL Foundation Fellows which are spread around the world.
Classified as an institution of public utility, the BIAL Foundation includes among its patrons the Portuguese President, the Portuguese Universities Rectors' Council and the Portuguese Medical Association.
URL: http://www.bial.com/pt/
Accessibility: By permission

Reference code: PT/FB/BL
Entity holding: BIAL Foundation
Title: BIAL Grants
Start date: 1994
History:
In 1994 the BIAL Foundation launched a programme of science research grants with the aim of encouraging the research into Man’s physical and mental processes, namely in fields still largely unexplored but which warrant further scientific analysis, as Psychophysiology and Parapsychology.
Since its launch, applications to the BIAL grants have been increasing. Up to now 461 projects have been supported, involving more than 1000 researchers from 27 countries.
The approved applications have benefited from grants in amounts comprised between €5,000 and €50, 000. The amount to be granted is fixed by the Scientific board according to the needs of each project.
The supported projects have originated, until April 2013, in about 600 full papers, 172 out of which were published in indexed international journals with an average impact factor of 3.6 and a substantial number of citations (1665).
Among the BIAL Foundation fellows is worth highlighting the presence of scientists from prestigious universities from the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, Russia, Germany, Japan, France, Canada, and many others.
The BIAL grants are promoted biannually.

Reference code: PT/FB/BL-2006
Location: Arquivo PCA - Pastas 1 a 22 /2006
Title:
2006 Grants
Start date: 2007-01 - 2013-11
Dimension/support:
22 caixas de arquivo

Reference code: PT/FB/BL-2006-036
Location: Arquivo PCA - Pasta 18/2006
Title:
036 - The psychophysiology of neurological abnormalities in first episode psychosis and in healthy individuals - A study using multimodal brain imaging
Duration: 2007-03 - 2010-09
Researcher(s):
Paola Dazzan, Philip McGuire, Carmine Pariante, Marta Di Forti, Julia Lappin, Valeria Mondelli
Institution(s): Division of Psychological Medicine, Institute of Psychiatry, London (UK)
Contents: Contents:
Bursary agreement
Application form
Correspondence
Financial report and expenditure documents
Progress reports
Final report
1 Article
Language: eng
Author:
Dazzan, P.
Secondary author(s):
McGuire, P., Pariante, C., Di Forti, M., Lappin, J., Mondelli, V.
Number of reproductions:
1
Keywords:
Psychophysiology / Brain structure and function / Biopsychological problems / Mental health / Psychotic disorders / Body structure and function / Audition / Movement / Vision

Reference code: PT/FB/BL-2006-036.15
Location: Arquivo PCA - Pasta 18/2006
Title:
Is there a link between a history of childhood trauma and cognitive impairment in first-episode psychosis?
Publication year: 2009
URL:
http://conferenceservices.elsevier.nl/09ecnp/index.cfm?fuseaction=CIS2002&hoofdnav=Search&content=zk.results_all&topicselected=*&searchtext=Aas&what=AUTHOR&selection=ALL&abstrnbr=P.7.a.007
Abstract/Results: ABSTRACT:
BACKGROUND:
Previous research show that a history of childhood trauma is more prevalent in people suffering from psychosis compared with the general population. Childhood trauma has also been linked to cognitive abnormalities in adulthood, and cognitive abnormalities, in turn, are one of the key clinical features of psychosis. Therefore, the aim of this study is to test whether there is a relationship between childhood trauma and cognitive function in patients with first episode psychosis.
METHODS:
We recruited 50 patients with first episode psychosis (mean±age:28.6±8.1; gender 62% males) and 60 controls (age: 26.5±5.5 yrs; gender: 58.3% males) as part of the large Genetic and Psychosis (GAP) study, carried out in South London. 6 of the patients were drug naive or medication free, 39 were on atypical antipsychotics, and 5 were on typical antipsychotic. Information about a history of childhood physical abuse, sexual abuse, separation and loss (up to and including age 11) were obtained by the Childhood Experience of Care and Abuse Questionnaire (CECA.Q). Furthermore, patients and controls underwent neuropsychological assessments from the Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale-Third Edition (WAIS-III), several working memory and executive tasks, together with the Wechsler Memory Scale-Third Edition (WMS-III), and the National Adult Reading Test (NART). Chi-square test was used to compare categorical variables (e.g. childhood trauma) between patients and controls. Pearson's correlation was used to investigate the relationship between childhood trauma and cognitive function. Furthermore, a one way ANOVA was performed to covariate for possible confounders, such as education, ethnicity, Premorbid IQ, medication, and diagnosis in the patients (schizophreniform versus “other psychosis”).
RESULTS:
As expected, patients scored significantly worse on all the cognitive tasks presented compared to controls (p < 0.05), and showed a significantly higher incidence of childhood trauma than controls (p = 0.008). Particularly, two types of childhood trauma, physical and sexual abuse were related to worse cognitive performance in a dose dependent manner for specific task from the WAIS-III (Block design, r = -0.26, p = 0.077), and working memory tasks/executive function (trail B; r = 0.30, p = 0.054; trail B-A; r = 0.36, p = 0.020, Spatial Working Memory strategy; r = 0.33, p = 0.028, and Stockings of Cambridge mean subsequent thinking time; r = 0.30, P = 0.048). Also in controls, a negative correlation was observed between particular types of childhood trauma and cognitive function.
CONCLUSIONS:
Our data suggest that patients with first episode psychosis with a history of childhood trauma of physical or sexual abuse show greater cognitive impairment on several cognitive domains, particularly working memory, compared to patients without childhood trauma. The data presented above could be part of a possible understanding of the aetiology of cognitive dysfunction in psychosis.
Acknowledgment: This research is funded by the British Academy and the South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust & Institute of Psychiatry NIHR Biomedical Research Centre for Mental Health.
REFERENCES:
1. Perez, C. M., Widom, C. S., 1994. Childhood victimization and long-term intellectual and academic outcomes. Child Abuse Negl. 18, 617–633.
2. Read, J., van, O. J., Morrison, A. P., Ross, C. A., 2005. Childhood trauma, psychosis and schizophrenia: a literature review with theoretical and clinical implications. Acta Psychiatr. Scand. 112, 330–350.
3. Reichenberg, A., Harvey, P. D., 2007. Neuropsychological impairments in schizophrenia: Integration of performance-based and brain imaging findings. Psychol. Bull. 133, 833–858.
Accessibility: Document does not exist in file
Language:
eng
Author:
Aas, M.
Secondary author(s):
Mondelli, V., Reichenberg, A., Di Forti, M., Wiffen, B., Handley, R., Taylor, H., Murray, R., Dazzan, P., Pariante, C.
Document type:
Abstract
Number of reproductions:
1
Reference:
Aas, M., Mondelli, V., Reichenberg, A., Di Forti, M., Wiffen, B., Handley, R., . . . Pariante, C. (2009). Is there a link between a history of childhood trauma and cognitive impairment in first-episode psychosis? European Neuropsychopharmacology, 19(Suppl. 3), S682-S682.
Indexed document: Yes
Keywords: History / Schizophrenia / Clinical / Stress
DocumentThe effect of stress and antipsychotic treatment on inflammatory and metabolic markers in first-episode psychosis2009

Reference code: PT/FB
Entity holding: BIAL Foundation
Location: S. Mamede do Coronado
Title:
BIAL Foundation Archive
Start date: 1994
History:
The BIAL Foundation was created in 1994 by Laboratórios BIAL in conjunction with the Council of Rectors of Portuguese Universities. BIAL’s Foundation mission is to foster the scientific study of Man from both the physical and spiritual perspectives.
Along the years the BIAL Foundation has developed an important relationship with the scientific community, first in Portugal and after worldwide. Today it is an institution of reference which aims to stimulate new researches that may help people, promote more health and contribute to new milestones to gain access to knowledge.
Among its activities the BIAL Foundation manages the BIAL Award, created in 1984, one of the most important awards in the Health field in Europe. The BIAL Award rewards both the basic and the clinical research distinguishing works of major impact in medical research.
The BIAL Foundation also assigns Scientific Research Scholarships for the study of neurophysiological and mental health in people, arousing the interest of researchers in the areas of Psychophysiology and Parapsychology.
To date the BIAL Foundation has supported 461 projects, more than 1000 researchers, with research groups in twenty-seven countries, resulting, until April 2013, in about 600 full papers, out of which 172 published in indexed international journals with an average impact factor of 3.6 and a substantial number of citations (1665).
Since 1996 the BIAL Foundation organizes the Symposia entitled "Behind and Beyond the Brain", a Forum that gathers well renowned neurosciences speakers and the BIAL Foundation Fellows which are spread around the world.
Classified as an institution of public utility, the BIAL Foundation includes among its patrons the Portuguese President, the Portuguese Universities Rectors' Council and the Portuguese Medical Association.
URL: http://www.bial.com/pt/
Accessibility: By permission

Reference code: PT/FB/BL
Entity holding: BIAL Foundation
Title: BIAL Grants
Start date: 1994
History:
In 1994 the BIAL Foundation launched a programme of science research grants with the aim of encouraging the research into Man’s physical and mental processes, namely in fields still largely unexplored but which warrant further scientific analysis, as Psychophysiology and Parapsychology.
Since its launch, applications to the BIAL grants have been increasing. Up to now 461 projects have been supported, involving more than 1000 researchers from 27 countries.
The approved applications have benefited from grants in amounts comprised between €5,000 and €50, 000. The amount to be granted is fixed by the Scientific board according to the needs of each project.
The supported projects have originated, until April 2013, in about 600 full papers, 172 out of which were published in indexed international journals with an average impact factor of 3.6 and a substantial number of citations (1665).
Among the BIAL Foundation fellows is worth highlighting the presence of scientists from prestigious universities from the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, Russia, Germany, Japan, France, Canada, and many others.
The BIAL grants are promoted biannually.

Reference code: PT/FB/BL-2006
Location: Arquivo PCA - Pastas 1 a 22 /2006
Title:
2006 Grants
Start date: 2007-01 - 2013-11
Dimension/support:
22 caixas de arquivo

Reference code: PT/FB/BL-2006-036
Location: Arquivo PCA - Pasta 18/2006
Title:
036 - The psychophysiology of neurological abnormalities in first episode psychosis and in healthy individuals - A study using multimodal brain imaging
Duration: 2007-03 - 2010-09
Researcher(s):
Paola Dazzan, Philip McGuire, Carmine Pariante, Marta Di Forti, Julia Lappin, Valeria Mondelli
Institution(s): Division of Psychological Medicine, Institute of Psychiatry, London (UK)
Contents: Contents:
Bursary agreement
Application form
Correspondence
Financial report and expenditure documents
Progress reports
Final report
1 Article
Language: eng
Author:
Dazzan, P.
Secondary author(s):
McGuire, P., Pariante, C., Di Forti, M., Lappin, J., Mondelli, V.
Number of reproductions:
1
Keywords:
Psychophysiology / Brain structure and function / Biopsychological problems / Mental health / Psychotic disorders / Body structure and function / Audition / Movement / Vision

Reference code: PT/FB/BL-2006-036.16
Location: Arquivo PCA - Pasta 18/2006
Title:
The effect of stress and antipsychotic treatment on inflammatory and metabolic markers in first-episode psychosis
Publication year: 2009
URL:
http://conferenceservices.elsevier.nl/09ecnp/index.cfm?fuseaction=CIS2002&hoofdnav=Search&content=zk.results_all&topicselected=*&searchtext=Aas&what=AUTHOR&selection=ALL&abstrnbr=P.3.a.011
Abstract/Results: ABSTRACT:
BACKGROUND:
The high incidence of metabolic syndrome and physical illness in patients with psychosis has been mainly attributed to the treatment with antipsychotics (Allison and Casey, 2001). However, it has been recently suggested that psychological stress may also play a role in physical illnesses, inducing a chronic inflammatory process which may predispose to the development of metabolic abnormalities and cardiovascular problems (Dinan, 2004; Black, 2003). The aim of this cross-sectional study was to investigate the association between stress, inflammatory and metabolic markers in subjects with first episode psychosis and healthy controls.
METHODS:
We recruited 30 first episode psychosis patients (mean±SEM age: 27.7±1.0 years; gender: 66.7% males) and 30 healthy controls (age: 26.3±0.7 years; gender: 70% males) as part of the large “Genetics And Psychosis” study carried out in South-East London. We collected information about childhood trauma, recent stressful events and perceived stress, using Childhood Experience of Care and Abuse (CECA) questionnaire, the Brief Life Events Questionnaire and the Perceive Stress Scale. We measured weight, height, body mass index (BMI), waist circumference, and collected blood samples to measure leptin, IL-6, TNF-a, HbA1c, total cholesterol, HDL, LDL, triglycerides, hs-CRP levels in all subjects. An independent t-test was used to analyze differences in these parameters between patients and controls. In order to investigate the possible effect of antipsychotic treatment, a one-way ANOVA was conducted to analyze differences in inflammatory and metabolic parameters among controls, patients with less than 2 weeks of antipsychotic treatment and patients with more that 2 weeks of treatment. Correlation analyses were conducted to investigate the association between stress measurements and inflammatory and metabolic parameters. Results are expressed as mean±SEM.
RESULTS:
Patients had higher levels of stress and childhood trauma compared with controls (p < 0.001). Patients showed significantly higher leptin (17.2±3.5 vs 5.7±1.0 ng/ml, p = 0.002) and hsCRP levels (0.6±0.2 vs 0.1±0.1 mg/dl, p = 0.048) while they did not differ significantly in other inflammatory or metabolic parameters. Patients with less than 2 weeks of antipsychotic treatment presented significantly higher IL-6 levels (5.7±2.3 pg/ml) when compared with both patients treated for longer than 2 weeks (1.4±0.3 pg/ml) and controls (1.5±0.4 pg/ml, p = 0.006). Both patients with less and more than 2 weeks of treatment presented higher leptin levels compared with controls (respectively 16.2±8.7, 17.8±2.9 and 5.7±1.0 ng/ml, p = 0.008). The number of stressful life events was significantly positively correlated with triglycerides levels (p = 0.04) and negatively with HDL (p = 0.04) and leptin levels (p = 0.04) in the patients' group. Patients reporting childhood trauma, in particular physical and sexual abuse, had greater weight (p = 0.03) and waist circumference (p = 0.07).
CONCLUSION:
Our findings suggest that an activation of the inflammatory system is already present in early course of psychosis and precedes clinically relevant changes in metabolic status, which have been observed in patients after longer antipsychotic treatment. Stressful events only partially influence metabolic parameters in first episode psychosis, and this effect does not seem mediated by the inflammatory markers explored in this study. Further studies are needed to clarify underlying mechanisms.
Acknowledgement: This research is funded by NARSAD Mental Health Research Association, British Academy, and NIHR Biomedical Research Centre Institute of Psychiatry (King's College London).
REFERENCES:
1. Allison DB, Casey DE (2001). Antipsychotic-induced weight gain: a review of the literature. J Clin Psychiatry, 62(suppl &):22–31.
2. Black PH (2003). The inflammatory response is an integral part of the stress response: Implications for atherosclerosis, insulin resistance, type II diabetes and metabolic syndrome X. Brain Behav Immun, 17(5):350–64.
3. Dinan T (2004). Stress and the genesis of diabetes mellitus in schizophrenia. Br J Psychiatry Suppl, 47:S72–5.
Accessibility: Document does not exist in file
Language:
eng
Author:
Mondelli, V.
Secondary author(s):
Aas, M., Di Forti, M., Fisher, H., Handley, R., Reis Marques, T., Taylor, H., Dazzan, P., Murray, R., Pariante, C.
Document type:
Abstract
Number of reproductions:
1
Reference:
Mondelli, V., Aas, M., Di Forti, M., Fisher, H., Handley, R., Reis Marques, T., Taylor, H., Dazzan, P., Murray, R., & Pariante, C. (2009). The effect of stress and antipsychotic treatment on inflammatory and metabolic markers in first-episode psychosis. European Neuropsychopharmacology, 19(Suppl. 3), S486-S486.
Indexed document: Yes
Keywords: Neuroleptics / Antipsychotics / Clinical / Schizophrenia / Stress
DocumentFinal report - Advancing methodology in the psychophysiology of stress: capturing the complexity of immunity2010

Reference code: PT/FB
Entity holding: BIAL Foundation
Location: S. Mamede do Coronado
Title:
BIAL Foundation Archive
Start date: 1994
History:
The BIAL Foundation was created in 1994 by Laboratórios BIAL in conjunction with the Council of Rectors of Portuguese Universities. BIAL’s Foundation mission is to foster the scientific study of Man from both the physical and spiritual perspectives.
Along the years the BIAL Foundation has developed an important relationship with the scientific community, first in Portugal and after worldwide. Today it is an institution of reference which aims to stimulate new researches that may help people, promote more health and contribute to new milestones to gain access to knowledge.
Among its activities the BIAL Foundation manages the BIAL Award, created in 1984, one of the most important awards in the Health field in Europe. The BIAL Award rewards both the basic and the clinical research distinguishing works of major impact in medical research.
The BIAL Foundation also assigns Scientific Research Scholarships for the study of neurophysiological and mental health in people, arousing the interest of researchers in the areas of Psychophysiology and Parapsychology.
To date the BIAL Foundation has supported 461 projects, more than 1000 researchers, with research groups in twenty-seven countries, resulting, until April 2013, in about 600 full papers, out of which 172 published in indexed international journals with an average impact factor of 3.6 and a substantial number of citations (1665).
Since 1996 the BIAL Foundation organizes the Symposia entitled "Behind and Beyond the Brain", a Forum that gathers well renowned neurosciences speakers and the BIAL Foundation Fellows which are spread around the world.
Classified as an institution of public utility, the BIAL Foundation includes among its patrons the Portuguese President, the Portuguese Universities Rectors' Council and the Portuguese Medical Association.
URL: http://www.bial.com/pt/
Accessibility: By permission

Reference code: PT/FB/BL
Entity holding: BIAL Foundation
Title: BIAL Grants
Start date: 1994
History:
In 1994 the BIAL Foundation launched a programme of science research grants with the aim of encouraging the research into Man’s physical and mental processes, namely in fields still largely unexplored but which warrant further scientific analysis, as Psychophysiology and Parapsychology.
Since its launch, applications to the BIAL grants have been increasing. Up to now 461 projects have been supported, involving more than 1000 researchers from 27 countries.
The approved applications have benefited from grants in amounts comprised between €5,000 and €50, 000. The amount to be granted is fixed by the Scientific board according to the needs of each project.
The supported projects have originated, until April 2013, in about 600 full papers, 172 out of which were published in indexed international journals with an average impact factor of 3.6 and a substantial number of citations (1665).
Among the BIAL Foundation fellows is worth highlighting the presence of scientists from prestigious universities from the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, Russia, Germany, Japan, France, Canada, and many others.
The BIAL grants are promoted biannually.

Reference code: PT/FB/BL-2006
Location: Arquivo PCA - Pastas 1 a 22 /2006
Title:
2006 Grants
Start date: 2007-01 - 2013-11
Dimension/support:
22 caixas de arquivo

Reference code: PT/FB/BL-2006-090
Location: Arquivo PCA - Pasta 20/2006
Title:
090 - Advancing methodology in the psychophysiology of stress: capturing the complexity of immunity
Duration: 2007-07 - 2011-03
Researcher(s):
Matt Bristow, Rachel Cook
Institution(s): Department of Psychology, Anglia Ruskian University, Cambridge (UK)
Contents: Contents:
Bursary agreement
Application form
Correspondence
Financial report and expenditure documents
Progress report
Final report
Language: eng
Author:
Bristow, M.
Secondary author(s):
Cook, R.
Number of reproductions:
1
Keywords:
Psychophysiology / Stress and health / Chronic stress / Psychoneuroimmunology / Immunology

Reference code: PT/FB/BL-2006-090.01
Location: Arquivo PCA - Pasta 20/2006
Title:
Final report - Advancing methodology in the psychophysiology of stress: capturing the complexity of immunity
Publication year: 2010
Accessibility:
Document exists in file
Copyright/Reproduction:
By permission
Language:
eng
Author:
Bristow, M.
Secondary author(s):
Cook, R., Todd, L.
Document type:
Final report
Number of reproductions:
1
Indexed document:
No
Keywords: Psychophysiology / Immunoglobulin A / Total protein / Stress / Stability / Mucosal immunity

Final report - Advancing methodology in the psychophysiology of stress: capturing the complexity of immunity

Final report - Advancing methodology in the psychophysiology of stress: capturing the complexity of immunity
DocumentAdvancing methodology in the psychophysiology of stress: capturing the complexity of immunity2010

Reference code: PT/FB
Entity holding: BIAL Foundation
Location: S. Mamede do Coronado
Title:
BIAL Foundation Archive
Start date: 1994
History:
The BIAL Foundation was created in 1994 by Laboratórios BIAL in conjunction with the Council of Rectors of Portuguese Universities. BIAL’s Foundation mission is to foster the scientific study of Man from both the physical and spiritual perspectives.
Along the years the BIAL Foundation has developed an important relationship with the scientific community, first in Portugal and after worldwide. Today it is an institution of reference which aims to stimulate new researches that may help people, promote more health and contribute to new milestones to gain access to knowledge.
Among its activities the BIAL Foundation manages the BIAL Award, created in 1984, one of the most important awards in the Health field in Europe. The BIAL Award rewards both the basic and the clinical research distinguishing works of major impact in medical research.
The BIAL Foundation also assigns Scientific Research Scholarships for the study of neurophysiological and mental health in people, arousing the interest of researchers in the areas of Psychophysiology and Parapsychology.
To date the BIAL Foundation has supported 461 projects, more than 1000 researchers, with research groups in twenty-seven countries, resulting, until April 2013, in about 600 full papers, out of which 172 published in indexed international journals with an average impact factor of 3.6 and a substantial number of citations (1665).
Since 1996 the BIAL Foundation organizes the Symposia entitled "Behind and Beyond the Brain", a Forum that gathers well renowned neurosciences speakers and the BIAL Foundation Fellows which are spread around the world.
Classified as an institution of public utility, the BIAL Foundation includes among its patrons the Portuguese President, the Portuguese Universities Rectors' Council and the Portuguese Medical Association.
URL: http://www.bial.com/pt/
Accessibility: By permission

Reference code: PT/FB/BL
Entity holding: BIAL Foundation
Title: BIAL Grants
Start date: 1994
History:
In 1994 the BIAL Foundation launched a programme of science research grants with the aim of encouraging the research into Man’s physical and mental processes, namely in fields still largely unexplored but which warrant further scientific analysis, as Psychophysiology and Parapsychology.
Since its launch, applications to the BIAL grants have been increasing. Up to now 461 projects have been supported, involving more than 1000 researchers from 27 countries.
The approved applications have benefited from grants in amounts comprised between €5,000 and €50, 000. The amount to be granted is fixed by the Scientific board according to the needs of each project.
The supported projects have originated, until April 2013, in about 600 full papers, 172 out of which were published in indexed international journals with an average impact factor of 3.6 and a substantial number of citations (1665).
Among the BIAL Foundation fellows is worth highlighting the presence of scientists from prestigious universities from the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, Russia, Germany, Japan, France, Canada, and many others.
The BIAL grants are promoted biannually.

Reference code: PT/FB/BL-2006
Location: Arquivo PCA - Pastas 1 a 22 /2006
Title:
2006 Grants
Start date: 2007-01 - 2013-11
Dimension/support:
22 caixas de arquivo

Reference code: PT/FB/BL-2006-090
Location: Arquivo PCA - Pasta 20/2006
Title:
090 - Advancing methodology in the psychophysiology of stress: capturing the complexity of immunity
Duration: 2007-07 - 2011-03
Researcher(s):
Matt Bristow, Rachel Cook
Institution(s): Department of Psychology, Anglia Ruskian University, Cambridge (UK)
Contents: Contents:
Bursary agreement
Application form
Correspondence
Financial report and expenditure documents
Progress report
Final report
Language: eng
Author:
Bristow, M.
Secondary author(s):
Cook, R.
Number of reproductions:
1
Keywords:
Psychophysiology / Stress and health / Chronic stress / Psychoneuroimmunology / Immunology

Reference code: PT/FB/BL-2006-090.02
Location: Arquivo PCA - Pasta 20/2006
Title:
Advancing methodology in the psychophysiology of stress: capturing the complexity of immunity
Publication year: 2010
URL:
http://www.bial.com/simposio/Livro_de_Actas_8_Simposio.pdf
Abstract/Results: ABSTRACT:
OBJECTIVES:
Research has demonstrated a clear relationship between acute stress and mucosal immunity but far less research has examined the role of recent or chronic stress in mediating mucosal immune levels. In this study we examine the relationship between the stability of mucosal immunity and stress over the preceding days, weeks and year.
METHODS:
In study one sixty-nine undergraduates gave passive drool saliva samples six times throughout the day (immediately after waking, 30 and 60 minutes after waking & 7pm, 9pm and before retiring for the day) over four consecutive week days. In study two eighty-nine participants provided saliva samples immediately after waking and at 7pm for up to 10 days. Standardised questionnaires were used to measure participants perceived stress and life events over the preceding days, weeks and year. Saliva samples were
analysed for immunoglobulin A concentration (IgA) and total protein levels.
RESULTS:
We found little evidence of a relationship between average levels of mucosal immunity and measures of stress but, as hypothesised, we did find evidence of a relationship between measures of stress and the stability of mucosal immunity over time, though the direction of effect in the two studies were not consistent. The IgA/ protein ratio, a potential measure of the degree to which changes in IgA are IgA specific or general changes in protein, was also linked to previous experience of stress.
CONCLUSION:
Measures of mucosal immune stability may provide a useful index of immune functioning that captures more of the complexity of immunity than simply averaging consecutive samples. The IgA/ protein ratio is a measure of mucosal immune function that appears to be inversely linked to previous stressful experience and is a useful measure for future study.
Accessibility: Document does not exist in file
Language:
eng
Author:
Bristow, M.
Secondary author(s):
Cook, R.
Document type:
Conference abstract
Number of reproductions:
1
Reference:
Bristow, M., & Cook, R. (2010). Advancing methodology in the psychophysiology of stress: capturing the complexity of immunity. In Aquém e além do cérebro. Behind and beyond the brain. Proceedings of the 8th Symposium of Fundação Bial (p. 223). Porto: Fundação Bial.
Indexed document: No
Keywords: Immunoglobulin A / Total protein / Stress / Stability / Mucosal immunity

Advancing methodology in the psychophysiology of stress: capturing the complexity of immunity

Advancing methodology in the psychophysiology of stress: capturing the complexity of immunity
DocumentSalivary cortisol as a biomarker in social science research2013

Reference code: PT/FB
Entity holding: BIAL Foundation
Location: S. Mamede do Coronado
Title:
BIAL Foundation Archive
Start date: 1994
History:
The BIAL Foundation was created in 1994 by Laboratórios BIAL in conjunction with the Council of Rectors of Portuguese Universities. BIAL’s Foundation mission is to foster the scientific study of Man from both the physical and spiritual perspectives.
Along the years the BIAL Foundation has developed an important relationship with the scientific community, first in Portugal and after worldwide. Today it is an institution of reference which aims to stimulate new researches that may help people, promote more health and contribute to new milestones to gain access to knowledge.
Among its activities the BIAL Foundation manages the BIAL Award, created in 1984, one of the most important awards in the Health field in Europe. The BIAL Award rewards both the basic and the clinical research distinguishing works of major impact in medical research.
The BIAL Foundation also assigns Scientific Research Scholarships for the study of neurophysiological and mental health in people, arousing the interest of researchers in the areas of Psychophysiology and Parapsychology.
To date the BIAL Foundation has supported 461 projects, more than 1000 researchers, with research groups in twenty-seven countries, resulting, until April 2013, in about 600 full papers, out of which 172 published in indexed international journals with an average impact factor of 3.6 and a substantial number of citations (1665).
Since 1996 the BIAL Foundation organizes the Symposia entitled "Behind and Beyond the Brain", a Forum that gathers well renowned neurosciences speakers and the BIAL Foundation Fellows which are spread around the world.
Classified as an institution of public utility, the BIAL Foundation includes among its patrons the Portuguese President, the Portuguese Universities Rectors' Council and the Portuguese Medical Association.
URL: http://www.bial.com/pt/
Accessibility: By permission

Reference code: PT/FB/BL
Entity holding: BIAL Foundation
Title: BIAL Grants
Start date: 1994
History:
In 1994 the BIAL Foundation launched a programme of science research grants with the aim of encouraging the research into Man’s physical and mental processes, namely in fields still largely unexplored but which warrant further scientific analysis, as Psychophysiology and Parapsychology.
Since its launch, applications to the BIAL grants have been increasing. Up to now 461 projects have been supported, involving more than 1000 researchers from 27 countries.
The approved applications have benefited from grants in amounts comprised between €5,000 and €50, 000. The amount to be granted is fixed by the Scientific board according to the needs of each project.
The supported projects have originated, until April 2013, in about 600 full papers, 172 out of which were published in indexed international journals with an average impact factor of 3.6 and a substantial number of citations (1665).
Among the BIAL Foundation fellows is worth highlighting the presence of scientists from prestigious universities from the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, Russia, Germany, Japan, France, Canada, and many others.
The BIAL grants are promoted biannually.

Reference code: PT/FB/BL-2010
Location: Arquivo PCA - Pastas 1 a 23
Title:
2010 Grants
Start date: 2011-01

Reference code: PT/FB/BL-2010-096
Location: Arquivo PCA - Pasta 8/2010
Title:
096 - The psychophysiology of positive psychology
Duration: 2011-06 - 2013-09
Researcher(s):
Angela Clow, Lisa Thorn, Nina Smyth, Frank Hucklebridge
Institution(s): Psychophysiology and Stress Research Group, Department of Psychology, University of Westminster, London (UK)
Contents: Contents:
Bursary agreement
Application form
Correspondence
Financial report and expenditure documents
Progress report
Final report
Language: eng
Author:
Clow, A.
Secondary author(s):
Thorn, L., Smyth, N., Hucklebridge, F.
Number of reproductions:
1
Keywords:
Psychophysiology / Stress and health / Well-being / Psychoneuroimmunology / Endocrinology / Affective and social behavior / Attachment / Developmental psychology

Reference code: PT/FB/BL-2010-096.03
Location: Arquivo PCA - Pasta 8/2010
Title:
Salivary cortisol as a biomarker in social science research
Publication year: 2013
URL:
http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/spc3.12057/abstract
Abstract/Results: ABSTRACT:
Cortisol, a neuroendocrine hormone measurable in saliva, responds to internal and external triggers. In providing a peripheral ‘window on the brain’, it has been increasingly incorporated into social psychological studies. Cortisol secretion can be studied in two main ways, examination of acute stress reactivity and examination of the basal circadian patterns. These can inform aspects of acute and chronic stress exposure and relationships with health. Within non-clinical populations, cortisol effects are largely driven by differences in the perception of threat. For social psychologists, this provides an interesting avenue for the investigation of social factors that mediate perceptions of threat, such as social support, relationship processes, and group dynamics in acute and chronic stress. This paper provides a background to understanding the regulation and function of cortisol, and issues arising in relation to its measurement in saliva. It discusses and makes recommendations on the use of appropriate cortisol measures in the study of both acute and chronic stress. Used and interpreted appropriately, stress reactivity and basal ambulatory measures of salivary cortisol can provide a valuable adjunct to self-report and observation in social psychological research.
Accessibility: Document does not exist in file
Language:
eng
Author:
Smyth, N.
Secondary author(s):
Hucklebridge, F., Thorn, L., Evans, P., Clow, A.
Document type:
Article
Number of reproductions:
1
Reference:
Smyth, N., Hucklebridge, F., Thorn, L., Evans, P., & Clow, A. (2013). Salivary cortisol as a biomarker in social science research. Social and Personality Psychology Compass, 7(9), 605-625. https://doi.org/10.1111/spc3.12057
2-year Impact Factor: N/A
Impact factor notes: Impact factor computed since 2020
Times cited: N/A
Indexed document: Yes
Quartile: N/A
Keywords: Salivary cortisol secretion / Stress / Cortisol measures
DocumentFinal report - Importance of cognitive coping in facilitation of hypno-relaxation in stressed students and in anxious patients: Holistic psycho-neuroendocrino-immunological analysis (Building telepathic contact with the inner adviser)2012

Reference code: PT/FB
Entity holding: BIAL Foundation
Location: S. Mamede do Coronado
Title:
BIAL Foundation Archive
Start date: 1994
History:
The BIAL Foundation was created in 1994 by Laboratórios BIAL in conjunction with the Council of Rectors of Portuguese Universities. BIAL’s Foundation mission is to foster the scientific study of Man from both the physical and spiritual perspectives.
Along the years the BIAL Foundation has developed an important relationship with the scientific community, first in Portugal and after worldwide. Today it is an institution of reference which aims to stimulate new researches that may help people, promote more health and contribute to new milestones to gain access to knowledge.
Among its activities the BIAL Foundation manages the BIAL Award, created in 1984, one of the most important awards in the Health field in Europe. The BIAL Award rewards both the basic and the clinical research distinguishing works of major impact in medical research.
The BIAL Foundation also assigns Scientific Research Scholarships for the study of neurophysiological and mental health in people, arousing the interest of researchers in the areas of Psychophysiology and Parapsychology.
To date the BIAL Foundation has supported 461 projects, more than 1000 researchers, with research groups in twenty-seven countries, resulting, until April 2013, in about 600 full papers, out of which 172 published in indexed international journals with an average impact factor of 3.6 and a substantial number of citations (1665).
Since 1996 the BIAL Foundation organizes the Symposia entitled "Behind and Beyond the Brain", a Forum that gathers well renowned neurosciences speakers and the BIAL Foundation Fellows which are spread around the world.
Classified as an institution of public utility, the BIAL Foundation includes among its patrons the Portuguese President, the Portuguese Universities Rectors' Council and the Portuguese Medical Association.
URL: http://www.bial.com/pt/
Accessibility: By permission

Reference code: PT/FB/BL
Entity holding: BIAL Foundation
Title: BIAL Grants
Start date: 1994
History:
In 1994 the BIAL Foundation launched a programme of science research grants with the aim of encouraging the research into Man’s physical and mental processes, namely in fields still largely unexplored but which warrant further scientific analysis, as Psychophysiology and Parapsychology.
Since its launch, applications to the BIAL grants have been increasing. Up to now 461 projects have been supported, involving more than 1000 researchers from 27 countries.
The approved applications have benefited from grants in amounts comprised between €5,000 and €50, 000. The amount to be granted is fixed by the Scientific board according to the needs of each project.
The supported projects have originated, until April 2013, in about 600 full papers, 172 out of which were published in indexed international journals with an average impact factor of 3.6 and a substantial number of citations (1665).
Among the BIAL Foundation fellows is worth highlighting the presence of scientists from prestigious universities from the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, Russia, Germany, Japan, France, Canada, and many others.
The BIAL grants are promoted biannually.

Reference code: PT/FB/BL-2010
Location: Arquivo PCA - Pastas 1 a 23
Title:
2010 Grants
Start date: 2011-01

Reference code: PT/FB/BL-2010-085
Location: Arquivo PCA - Pasta 10/2010
Title:
085 - Importance of cognitive coping in facilitation of hypno-relaxation in stressed students and in anxious patients: Holistic psycho-neuroendocrino-immunological analysis (Building telepathic contact with the inner adviser)
Duration: 2010-11 - 2012-10
Researcher(s):
Margit Keresztes, Tibor Rudisch, Zoltán Kovács, János Tajti, János Gardi, Gyöngyi Serfozo
Institution(s): Dept. Biochemistry, Medical Faculty, University of Szeged, Szeged (Hungary)
Contents: Contents:
Bursary agreement
Application form
Correspondence
Financial report and expenditure documents
Progress report
Final report
Conference abstract
Language: eng
Author:
Keresztes, M.
Secondary author(s):
Rudisch, T., Kovács, Z., Tajti, J., Gardi, J., Serfozo, G.
Number of reproductions:
3
Keywords:
Psychophysiology and Parapsychology / Biopsychological problems / Mental health / Anxiety disorders / Altered states of consciousness / Hypnosis / Psychoneuroimmunology / Stress and health / Intervention

Reference code: PT/FB/BL-2010-085.01
Location: Arquivo PCA - Pasta 9/2010
Title:
Final report - Importance of cognitive coping in facilitation of hypno-relaxation in stressed students and in anxious patients: Holistic psycho-neuroendocrino-immunological analysis (Building telepathic contact with the inner adviser)
Publication year: 2012
URL:
http://www.bial.com/imagem/Bolsa8510_07022013.pdf
Abstract/Results: RESULTS:
Our aim was to compare the effect of standard and cognitive hypnorelaxations on the psycho-neuro-immunological status in healthy stressed students (before-during examination term) and in chronic anxious patients. The patients (n=30, mean age: 47.5) and the students (n=20, mean age: 20.5) completed perceived stress and coping (Rahe), depression (BDI), hypnotizability (Harvard), trait and state anxiety (Spielberger) tests. Tensions of 7 muscles were measured by computer-assisted surface EMG. ACTH, cortisol and special immunological markers (LL-37, lactoferrin, sICAM-1, IL-6, galectin-3) were assayed in blood plasma. Biosamples were collected before and after one cognitive and two standard hypnorelaxations.
In students, significant decrease of ACTH level was detected after each hypnorelaxation session (p<0.05); only standard sessions were effective in downregulating cortisol level (p<0.01). Onset of the examination term enhanced muscle tension dramatically in students (p<0.0001). In patients, state anxiety score was significantly decreased after each hypnorelaxation (p<0.05), and cortisol was reduced after the cognitive (p<0.001) and the second standard (p<0.01) sessions. Interestingly, cognitive hypnorelaxation resulted in an increase of muscle tension (especially on the left side) both in students and in patients. Standard hypnorelaxation reduced muscle tension only in patients (p<0.01). No significant changes were seen in immunological markers. All in all, muscle tension scores appeared to be sensitive indicators of psychological stress in addition to stress hormones (ACTH, cortisol). Relaxed psychosomatic state seemed to be more facilitated by standard hypnorelaxation than by a cognitive coping one.
Accessibility: Document exists in file
Copyright/Reproduction:
By permission
Language:
eng
Author:
Keresztes, M.
Secondary author(s):
Rudisch, T., Kovács, Z., Tajti, J., Gardi, J., Serfozo, G., Rafael, B., Kiss, O.
Document type:
Final report
Number of reproductions:
3
Indexed document:
No
Keywords: Psychophysiology / Hypnorelaxation / Psychoneuroimmunology / Stress / Depression / Anxiety / Muscle tension / Cognitive coping

Final report - Importance of cognitive coping in facilitation of hypno-relaxation in stressed students and in anxious patients: Holistic psycho-neuroendocrino-immunological analysis (Building telepathic contact with the inner adviser)

Final report - Importance of cognitive coping in facilitation of hypno-relaxation in stressed students and in anxious patients: Holistic psycho-neuroendocrino-immunological analysis (Building telepathic contact with the inner adviser)
DocumentEffect of cognitive coping in hypnorelaxation in stressed students and in anxious patients2012

Reference code: PT/FB
Entity holding: BIAL Foundation
Location: S. Mamede do Coronado
Title:
BIAL Foundation Archive
Start date: 1994
History:
The BIAL Foundation was created in 1994 by Laboratórios BIAL in conjunction with the Council of Rectors of Portuguese Universities. BIAL’s Foundation mission is to foster the scientific study of Man from both the physical and spiritual perspectives.
Along the years the BIAL Foundation has developed an important relationship with the scientific community, first in Portugal and after worldwide. Today it is an institution of reference which aims to stimulate new researches that may help people, promote more health and contribute to new milestones to gain access to knowledge.
Among its activities the BIAL Foundation manages the BIAL Award, created in 1984, one of the most important awards in the Health field in Europe. The BIAL Award rewards both the basic and the clinical research distinguishing works of major impact in medical research.
The BIAL Foundation also assigns Scientific Research Scholarships for the study of neurophysiological and mental health in people, arousing the interest of researchers in the areas of Psychophysiology and Parapsychology.
To date the BIAL Foundation has supported 461 projects, more than 1000 researchers, with research groups in twenty-seven countries, resulting, until April 2013, in about 600 full papers, out of which 172 published in indexed international journals with an average impact factor of 3.6 and a substantial number of citations (1665).
Since 1996 the BIAL Foundation organizes the Symposia entitled "Behind and Beyond the Brain", a Forum that gathers well renowned neurosciences speakers and the BIAL Foundation Fellows which are spread around the world.
Classified as an institution of public utility, the BIAL Foundation includes among its patrons the Portuguese President, the Portuguese Universities Rectors' Council and the Portuguese Medical Association.
URL: http://www.bial.com/pt/
Accessibility: By permission

Reference code: PT/FB/BL
Entity holding: BIAL Foundation
Title: BIAL Grants
Start date: 1994
History:
In 1994 the BIAL Foundation launched a programme of science research grants with the aim of encouraging the research into Man’s physical and mental processes, namely in fields still largely unexplored but which warrant further scientific analysis, as Psychophysiology and Parapsychology.
Since its launch, applications to the BIAL grants have been increasing. Up to now 461 projects have been supported, involving more than 1000 researchers from 27 countries.
The approved applications have benefited from grants in amounts comprised between €5,000 and €50, 000. The amount to be granted is fixed by the Scientific board according to the needs of each project.
The supported projects have originated, until April 2013, in about 600 full papers, 172 out of which were published in indexed international journals with an average impact factor of 3.6 and a substantial number of citations (1665).
Among the BIAL Foundation fellows is worth highlighting the presence of scientists from prestigious universities from the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, Russia, Germany, Japan, France, Canada, and many others.
The BIAL grants are promoted biannually.

Reference code: PT/FB/BL-2010
Location: Arquivo PCA - Pastas 1 a 23
Title:
2010 Grants
Start date: 2011-01

Reference code: PT/FB/BL-2010-085
Location: Arquivo PCA - Pasta 10/2010
Title:
085 - Importance of cognitive coping in facilitation of hypno-relaxation in stressed students and in anxious patients: Holistic psycho-neuroendocrino-immunological analysis (Building telepathic contact with the inner adviser)
Duration: 2010-11 - 2012-10
Researcher(s):
Margit Keresztes, Tibor Rudisch, Zoltán Kovács, János Tajti, János Gardi, Gyöngyi Serfozo
Institution(s): Dept. Biochemistry, Medical Faculty, University of Szeged, Szeged (Hungary)
Contents: Contents:
Bursary agreement
Application form
Correspondence
Financial report and expenditure documents
Progress report
Final report
Conference abstract
Language: eng
Author:
Keresztes, M.
Secondary author(s):
Rudisch, T., Kovács, Z., Tajti, J., Gardi, J., Serfozo, G.
Number of reproductions:
3
Keywords:
Psychophysiology and Parapsychology / Biopsychological problems / Mental health / Anxiety disorders / Altered states of consciousness / Hypnosis / Psychoneuroimmunology / Stress and health / Intervention

Reference code: PT/FB/BL-2010-085.02
Location: Arquivo PCA - Pasta 9/2010
Title:
Effect of cognitive coping in hypnorelaxation in stressed students and in anxious patients
Publication year: 2012
Accessibility:
Document exists in file
Copyright/Reproduction:
By permission
Language:
eng
Author:
Keresztes, M.
Secondary author(s):
Gardi, J., Kiss, O., Rafael, B., Rudisch, T., Serfozo, G., Tajti, J.
Document type:
Abstract
Number of reproductions:
3
Reference:
Keresztes, M., Gardi, J., Kiss, O., Rafael, B., Rudisch, T., Serfozo, G., & Tajti, J. (2012). Effect of cognitive coping in hypnorelaxation in stressed students and in anxious patients. Journal of Psychosomatic Research, 72(6), 489.
Indexed document: Yes
Keywords: Stress / Anxiety / Hypnorelaxation / Cognitive coping / Muscle tension

Effect of cognitive coping in hypnorelaxation in stressed students and in anxious patients

Effect of cognitive coping in hypnorelaxation in stressed students and in anxious patients
DocumentDa vinculação à saúde na idade adulta2013

Reference code: PT/FB
Entity holding: BIAL Foundation
Location: S. Mamede do Coronado
Title:
BIAL Foundation Archive
Start date: 1994
History:
The BIAL Foundation was created in 1994 by Laboratórios BIAL in conjunction with the Council of Rectors of Portuguese Universities. BIAL’s Foundation mission is to foster the scientific study of Man from both the physical and spiritual perspectives.
Along the years the BIAL Foundation has developed an important relationship with the scientific community, first in Portugal and after worldwide. Today it is an institution of reference which aims to stimulate new researches that may help people, promote more health and contribute to new milestones to gain access to knowledge.
Among its activities the BIAL Foundation manages the BIAL Award, created in 1984, one of the most important awards in the Health field in Europe. The BIAL Award rewards both the basic and the clinical research distinguishing works of major impact in medical research.
The BIAL Foundation also assigns Scientific Research Scholarships for the study of neurophysiological and mental health in people, arousing the interest of researchers in the areas of Psychophysiology and Parapsychology.
To date the BIAL Foundation has supported 461 projects, more than 1000 researchers, with research groups in twenty-seven countries, resulting, until April 2013, in about 600 full papers, out of which 172 published in indexed international journals with an average impact factor of 3.6 and a substantial number of citations (1665).
Since 1996 the BIAL Foundation organizes the Symposia entitled "Behind and Beyond the Brain", a Forum that gathers well renowned neurosciences speakers and the BIAL Foundation Fellows which are spread around the world.
Classified as an institution of public utility, the BIAL Foundation includes among its patrons the Portuguese President, the Portuguese Universities Rectors' Council and the Portuguese Medical Association.
URL: http://www.bial.com/pt/
Accessibility: By permission

Reference code: PT/FB/BL
Entity holding: BIAL Foundation
Title: BIAL Grants
Start date: 1994
History:
In 1994 the BIAL Foundation launched a programme of science research grants with the aim of encouraging the research into Man’s physical and mental processes, namely in fields still largely unexplored but which warrant further scientific analysis, as Psychophysiology and Parapsychology.
Since its launch, applications to the BIAL grants have been increasing. Up to now 461 projects have been supported, involving more than 1000 researchers from 27 countries.
The approved applications have benefited from grants in amounts comprised between €5,000 and €50, 000. The amount to be granted is fixed by the Scientific board according to the needs of each project.
The supported projects have originated, until April 2013, in about 600 full papers, 172 out of which were published in indexed international journals with an average impact factor of 3.6 and a substantial number of citations (1665).
Among the BIAL Foundation fellows is worth highlighting the presence of scientists from prestigious universities from the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, Russia, Germany, Japan, France, Canada, and many others.
The BIAL grants are promoted biannually.

Reference code: PT/FB/BL-2010
Location: Arquivo PCA - Pastas 1 a 23
Title:
2010 Grants
Start date: 2011-01

Reference code: PT/FB/BL-2010-119
Location: Arquivo PCA - Pasta 21/2010
Title:
119 - Psychophysiological indicators of stress reactivity and disease adaptation: Attachment styles, coping and emotions regulation
Duration: 2011-03 - 2015-09
Researcher(s):
Sílvia Ouakinin, Luísa Maria Vaqueiro Lopes, Susana Filipa Gonçalves Eusébio, Marco Alberto Vicente Barreto Torrado, Isabel Maria Rolão Nabais, Graça Maria Vilhena da Cruz Gonçalves Costa Diogo
Institution(s): Centro Multidisplinar de Psicopatologia Barahona Fernandes, Faculdade de Medicina da Universidade de Lisboa (Portugal)
Contents: Contents:
Bursary agreement
Application form
Correspondence
Financial report and expenditure documents
Progress report
Master´s power point presentation
2 Articles (previous version)
2 Conference abstract
Final report
Language: por
Author:
Ouakinin, S.
Secondary author(s):
Lopes, L., Eusébio, S., Torrado, M., Nabais, I., Diogo, G.
Number of reproductions:
1
Keywords:
Psychophysiology / Stress and health / Affective and social behavior / Attachment / Biopsychological problems / Diseases/Injuries

Reference code: PT/FB/BL-2010-119.02
Location: Arquivo PCA - Pasta 21/2010
Title:
Da vinculação à saúde na idade adulta
Publication year: 2013
Accessibility:
Document exists in file
Copyright/Reproduction:
By permission
Language:
por
Author:
Eusébio, S.
Secondary author(s):
Ouakinin, S.
Document type:
Article
Number of reproductions:
1
Reference:
Eusébio, S., & Ouakinin, S. (2013). Da vinculação à saúde na idade adulta. Revista Portuguesa de Psicossomática, Vol. II - Online
Indexed document: No
Keywords: Attachment / Stress / Self-regulation / Epigenetics

Da vinculação à saúde na idade adulta

Da vinculação à saúde na idade adulta
DocumentEvaluation of stress reactivity and coping in breast cancer patients2013

Reference code: PT/FB
Entity holding: BIAL Foundation
Location: S. Mamede do Coronado
Title:
BIAL Foundation Archive
Start date: 1994
History:
The BIAL Foundation was created in 1994 by Laboratórios BIAL in conjunction with the Council of Rectors of Portuguese Universities. BIAL’s Foundation mission is to foster the scientific study of Man from both the physical and spiritual perspectives.
Along the years the BIAL Foundation has developed an important relationship with the scientific community, first in Portugal and after worldwide. Today it is an institution of reference which aims to stimulate new researches that may help people, promote more health and contribute to new milestones to gain access to knowledge.
Among its activities the BIAL Foundation manages the BIAL Award, created in 1984, one of the most important awards in the Health field in Europe. The BIAL Award rewards both the basic and the clinical research distinguishing works of major impact in medical research.
The BIAL Foundation also assigns Scientific Research Scholarships for the study of neurophysiological and mental health in people, arousing the interest of researchers in the areas of Psychophysiology and Parapsychology.
To date the BIAL Foundation has supported 461 projects, more than 1000 researchers, with research groups in twenty-seven countries, resulting, until April 2013, in about 600 full papers, out of which 172 published in indexed international journals with an average impact factor of 3.6 and a substantial number of citations (1665).
Since 1996 the BIAL Foundation organizes the Symposia entitled "Behind and Beyond the Brain", a Forum that gathers well renowned neurosciences speakers and the BIAL Foundation Fellows which are spread around the world.
Classified as an institution of public utility, the BIAL Foundation includes among its patrons the Portuguese President, the Portuguese Universities Rectors' Council and the Portuguese Medical Association.
URL: http://www.bial.com/pt/
Accessibility: By permission

Reference code: PT/FB/BL
Entity holding: BIAL Foundation
Title: BIAL Grants
Start date: 1994
History:
In 1994 the BIAL Foundation launched a programme of science research grants with the aim of encouraging the research into Man’s physical and mental processes, namely in fields still largely unexplored but which warrant further scientific analysis, as Psychophysiology and Parapsychology.
Since its launch, applications to the BIAL grants have been increasing. Up to now 461 projects have been supported, involving more than 1000 researchers from 27 countries.
The approved applications have benefited from grants in amounts comprised between €5,000 and €50, 000. The amount to be granted is fixed by the Scientific board according to the needs of each project.
The supported projects have originated, until April 2013, in about 600 full papers, 172 out of which were published in indexed international journals with an average impact factor of 3.6 and a substantial number of citations (1665).
Among the BIAL Foundation fellows is worth highlighting the presence of scientists from prestigious universities from the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, Russia, Germany, Japan, France, Canada, and many others.
The BIAL grants are promoted biannually.

Reference code: PT/FB/BL-2010
Location: Arquivo PCA - Pastas 1 a 23
Title:
2010 Grants
Start date: 2011-01

Reference code: PT/FB/BL-2010-119
Location: Arquivo PCA - Pasta 21/2010
Title:
119 - Psychophysiological indicators of stress reactivity and disease adaptation: Attachment styles, coping and emotions regulation
Duration: 2011-03 - 2015-09
Researcher(s):
Sílvia Ouakinin, Luísa Maria Vaqueiro Lopes, Susana Filipa Gonçalves Eusébio, Marco Alberto Vicente Barreto Torrado, Isabel Maria Rolão Nabais, Graça Maria Vilhena da Cruz Gonçalves Costa Diogo
Institution(s): Centro Multidisplinar de Psicopatologia Barahona Fernandes, Faculdade de Medicina da Universidade de Lisboa (Portugal)
Contents: Contents:
Bursary agreement
Application form
Correspondence
Financial report and expenditure documents
Progress report
Master´s power point presentation
2 Articles (previous version)
2 Conference abstract
Final report
Language: por
Author:
Ouakinin, S.
Secondary author(s):
Lopes, L., Eusébio, S., Torrado, M., Nabais, I., Diogo, G.
Number of reproductions:
1
Keywords:
Psychophysiology / Stress and health / Affective and social behavior / Attachment / Biopsychological problems / Diseases/Injuries

Reference code: PT/FB/BL-2010-119.04
Location: Arquivo PCA - Pasta 21/2010
Title:
Evaluation of stress reactivity and coping in breast cancer patients
Publication year: 2013
URL:
http://www.karger.com/Article/Pdf/354142
Abstract/Results: ABSTRACT:
INTRODUCTION:
As a stress experience, breast cancer diagnosis induces psychological and physiological responses that may impair healthy adjustment and disease prognosis. This study aims to characterize and relate coping styles and autonomic reactivity measures, as stress responses to natural and induced stressors, in breast cancer patients and healthy controls.
METHODS:
patients were assessed prior to breast cancer treatments. After informed consent, all participants completed the Brief-COPE Questionnaire and psychophysiological measures (Electrodermal Activity, Respiratory Frequency, and Blood Volume Pressure) were recorded while answering a sociodemographic and clinical inquiry that was divided in Baseline, Arithmetic, Clinical and Life Events questions, to elicit different psychophysiological responses.
RESULTS:
Sample included 67 females, 32 patients and 35 controls. Patients mean age was 42.8 years and the mean time since diagnosis was 1 month. In Brief-COPE patients had significant higher scores in Use of Emotional Support (p < 0.05), Acceptance (p < 0.05), and Religion (p < 0.05) and significantly lower results in Behavioural Disengagement (p < 0.01). Control group was significantly more reactive in EDA Mean Level for each moment of the interview (p < 0.01) and EDA Mean Amplitude in Baseline (p < 0.01) and Arithmetic (p < 0.05). Both groups show negative correlations between adaptive coping styles and EDA Mean Level (p < 0.05) for every interview moments except for Life Events question in control group.
CONCLUSIONS:
These results reflect patient’s adaptive coping and psychophysiological responses to breast cancer diagnosis and highlight the association between coping strategies, as emotional regulation patterns, and autonomic reactivity, as suggested by control group outcomes.
Accessibility: Document exists in file
Copyright/Reproduction:
By permission
Language:
eng
Author:
Eusébio, S.
Document type:
Abstract
Number of reproductions:
1
Reference:
Eusébio, S. (2013). Evaluation of stress reactivity and coping in breast cancer patients. Psychotherapy and Psychosomatics, 82(Suppl 1), 29. https://doi.org/10.1159/000354142
Indexed document: Yes
Keywords: Stress / Breast cancer / Coping styles / Autonomic responses

Evaluation of stress reactivity and coping in breast cancer patients

Evaluation of stress reactivity and coping in breast cancer patients
DocumentCan stress vulnerability predict patients reactivity to breast cancer diagnosis?2013

Reference code: PT/FB
Entity holding: BIAL Foundation
Location: S. Mamede do Coronado
Title:
BIAL Foundation Archive
Start date: 1994
History:
The BIAL Foundation was created in 1994 by Laboratórios BIAL in conjunction with the Council of Rectors of Portuguese Universities. BIAL’s Foundation mission is to foster the scientific study of Man from both the physical and spiritual perspectives.
Along the years the BIAL Foundation has developed an important relationship with the scientific community, first in Portugal and after worldwide. Today it is an institution of reference which aims to stimulate new researches that may help people, promote more health and contribute to new milestones to gain access to knowledge.
Among its activities the BIAL Foundation manages the BIAL Award, created in 1984, one of the most important awards in the Health field in Europe. The BIAL Award rewards both the basic and the clinical research distinguishing works of major impact in medical research.
The BIAL Foundation also assigns Scientific Research Scholarships for the study of neurophysiological and mental health in people, arousing the interest of researchers in the areas of Psychophysiology and Parapsychology.
To date the BIAL Foundation has supported 461 projects, more than 1000 researchers, with research groups in twenty-seven countries, resulting, until April 2013, in about 600 full papers, out of which 172 published in indexed international journals with an average impact factor of 3.6 and a substantial number of citations (1665).
Since 1996 the BIAL Foundation organizes the Symposia entitled "Behind and Beyond the Brain", a Forum that gathers well renowned neurosciences speakers and the BIAL Foundation Fellows which are spread around the world.
Classified as an institution of public utility, the BIAL Foundation includes among its patrons the Portuguese President, the Portuguese Universities Rectors' Council and the Portuguese Medical Association.
URL: http://www.bial.com/pt/
Accessibility: By permission

Reference code: PT/FB/BL
Entity holding: BIAL Foundation
Title: BIAL Grants
Start date: 1994
History:
In 1994 the BIAL Foundation launched a programme of science research grants with the aim of encouraging the research into Man’s physical and mental processes, namely in fields still largely unexplored but which warrant further scientific analysis, as Psychophysiology and Parapsychology.
Since its launch, applications to the BIAL grants have been increasing. Up to now 461 projects have been supported, involving more than 1000 researchers from 27 countries.
The approved applications have benefited from grants in amounts comprised between €5,000 and €50, 000. The amount to be granted is fixed by the Scientific board according to the needs of each project.
The supported projects have originated, until April 2013, in about 600 full papers, 172 out of which were published in indexed international journals with an average impact factor of 3.6 and a substantial number of citations (1665).
Among the BIAL Foundation fellows is worth highlighting the presence of scientists from prestigious universities from the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, Russia, Germany, Japan, France, Canada, and many others.
The BIAL grants are promoted biannually.

Reference code: PT/FB/BL-2010
Location: Arquivo PCA - Pastas 1 a 23
Title:
2010 Grants
Start date: 2011-01

Reference code: PT/FB/BL-2010-119
Location: Arquivo PCA - Pasta 21/2010
Title:
119 - Psychophysiological indicators of stress reactivity and disease adaptation: Attachment styles, coping and emotions regulation
Duration: 2011-03 - 2015-09
Researcher(s):
Sílvia Ouakinin, Luísa Maria Vaqueiro Lopes, Susana Filipa Gonçalves Eusébio, Marco Alberto Vicente Barreto Torrado, Isabel Maria Rolão Nabais, Graça Maria Vilhena da Cruz Gonçalves Costa Diogo
Institution(s): Centro Multidisplinar de Psicopatologia Barahona Fernandes, Faculdade de Medicina da Universidade de Lisboa (Portugal)
Contents: Contents:
Bursary agreement
Application form
Correspondence
Financial report and expenditure documents
Progress report
Master´s power point presentation
2 Articles (previous version)
2 Conference abstract
Final report
Language: por
Author:
Ouakinin, S.
Secondary author(s):
Lopes, L., Eusébio, S., Torrado, M., Nabais, I., Diogo, G.
Number of reproductions:
1
Keywords:
Psychophysiology / Stress and health / Affective and social behavior / Attachment / Biopsychological problems / Diseases/Injuries

Reference code: PT/FB/BL-2010-119.05
Location: Arquivo PCA - Pasta 21/2010
Title:
Can stress vulnerability predict patients reactivity to breast cancer diagnosis?
Publication year: 2013
URL:
http://www.karger.com/Article/Pdf/354142
Abstract/Results: ABSTRACT:
INTRODUCTION:
breast cancer diagnosis, being a threat to individual integrity, represents a major stressor that requires a considerable effort to a successful adjustment. From the perspective of a model of emotion regulation, present research intents to characterize and relate stress vulnerability to emotional distress and cortisol levels, as psychobiological stress reactivity measures, in a sample of breast cancer patients compared to control subjects.
METHODS:
Patients were approached before the beginning of any treatment. After informed consent, they completed the National Comprehensive Cancer Network Distress Thermometer and the Stress Vulnerability Questionnaire, among other measures. Saliva cortisol samples were collected in five moments, during a 24 hours period.
RESULTS:
Sample included 67 females, 32 patients, and 35 controls. Patients mean age was 42.8 years, 66% had college or superior education and 72% had no family history of breast cancer. The patients mean value of Distress Thermometer (from 0 to 10, according to severity) was significantly higher than controls (6.4/4.6; p = 0.007). Cortisol levels at waking, 1hour after waking and at 4 p.m. were higher in patients, although not significantly if compared to controls. Stress Vulnerability Total score was significantly higher in control group (31.2/36.2; p = 0.49), however below cut off point in both groups. Linear regression analysis showed that, in patients, stress vulnerability can predict distress levels and cortisol measures1 hour after waking and at 8 p.m..
CONCLUSIONS:
These results seem to reflect the early psychological impact of cancer diagnosis in patients, suggesting the relevance of emotion regulation processes in biological reactivity.
Accessibility: Document exists in file
Copyright/Reproduction:
By permission
Language:
eng
Author:
Ouakinin, S.
Secondary author(s):
Eusébio, S., Torrado, M., Gonçalves, G., Nabais, I., Lopes, L.
Document type:
Abstract
Number of reproductions:
1
Reference:
Ouakinin, S., Eusébio, S., Torrado, M., Gonçalves, G., Nabais, I., & Lopes, L. (2013). Can stress vulnerability predict patients reactivity to breast cancer diagnosis? Psychotherapy and Psychosomatics, 82(Suppl. 1), 80. https://doi.org/10.1159/000354142
Indexed document: Yes
Keywords: Breast cancer / Stress / Emotional distress / Cortisol

Can stress vulnerability predict patients reactivity to breast cancer diagnosis?

Can stress vulnerability predict patients reactivity to breast cancer diagnosis?
DocumentParticipation in a 10-week course of yoga improves behavioural control and decreases psychological distress in a prison population2013

Reference code: PT/FB
Entity holding: BIAL Foundation
Location: S. Mamede do Coronado
Title:
BIAL Foundation Archive
Start date: 1994
History:
The BIAL Foundation was created in 1994 by Laboratórios BIAL in conjunction with the Council of Rectors of Portuguese Universities. BIAL’s Foundation mission is to foster the scientific study of Man from both the physical and spiritual perspectives.
Along the years the BIAL Foundation has developed an important relationship with the scientific community, first in Portugal and after worldwide. Today it is an institution of reference which aims to stimulate new researches that may help people, promote more health and contribute to new milestones to gain access to knowledge.
Among its activities the BIAL Foundation manages the BIAL Award, created in 1984, one of the most important awards in the Health field in Europe. The BIAL Award rewards both the basic and the clinical research distinguishing works of major impact in medical research.
The BIAL Foundation also assigns Scientific Research Scholarships for the study of neurophysiological and mental health in people, arousing the interest of researchers in the areas of Psychophysiology and Parapsychology.
To date the BIAL Foundation has supported 461 projects, more than 1000 researchers, with research groups in twenty-seven countries, resulting, until April 2013, in about 600 full papers, out of which 172 published in indexed international journals with an average impact factor of 3.6 and a substantial number of citations (1665).
Since 1996 the BIAL Foundation organizes the Symposia entitled "Behind and Beyond the Brain", a Forum that gathers well renowned neurosciences speakers and the BIAL Foundation Fellows which are spread around the world.
Classified as an institution of public utility, the BIAL Foundation includes among its patrons the Portuguese President, the Portuguese Universities Rectors' Council and the Portuguese Medical Association.
URL: http://www.bial.com/pt/
Accessibility: By permission

Reference code: PT/FB/BL
Entity holding: BIAL Foundation
Title: BIAL Grants
Start date: 1994
History:
In 1994 the BIAL Foundation launched a programme of science research grants with the aim of encouraging the research into Man’s physical and mental processes, namely in fields still largely unexplored but which warrant further scientific analysis, as Psychophysiology and Parapsychology.
Since its launch, applications to the BIAL grants have been increasing. Up to now 461 projects have been supported, involving more than 1000 researchers from 27 countries.
The approved applications have benefited from grants in amounts comprised between €5,000 and €50, 000. The amount to be granted is fixed by the Scientific board according to the needs of each project.
The supported projects have originated, until April 2013, in about 600 full papers, 172 out of which were published in indexed international journals with an average impact factor of 3.6 and a substantial number of citations (1665).
Among the BIAL Foundation fellows is worth highlighting the presence of scientists from prestigious universities from the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, Russia, Germany, Japan, France, Canada, and many others.
The BIAL grants are promoted biannually.

Reference code: PT/FB/BL-2010
Location: Arquivo PCA - Pastas 1 a 23
Title:
2010 Grants
Start date: 2011-01

Reference code: PT/FB/BL-2010-074
Location: Arquivo PCA - Pasta 13/2010
Title:
074 - The psychobiological effects of yoga/meditation in a prison population
Duration: 2012-02 - 2014-04
Researcher(s):
Miguel Farias, Amy Bilderbeck
Institution(s): Department of Experimental Psychology, University of Oxford (UK)
Contents: Contents:
Bursary agreement
Application form
Correspondence
Financial report and expenditure documents
Progress report
Final report
Language: eng
Notes:
This project is still in progress
Author: Farias, M.
Secondary author(s):
Bilderbeck, A.
Number of reproductions:
2
Keywords:
Parapsychology / Intervention / Cognitive processes / Altered states of consciousness / Meditation / Stress and health / Well-being

Reference code: PT/FB/BL-2010-074.02
Location: Arquivo PCA - Pasta 13/2010
Title:
Participation in a 10-week course of yoga improves behavioural control and decreases psychological distress in a prison population
Publication year: 2013
URL:
http://www.journalofpsychiatricresearch.com/article/S0022-3956(13)00197-0/abstract
Abstract/Results: ABSTRACT:
BACKGROUND:
Yoga and meditation have been shown to be effective in alleviating symptoms of depression and anxiety in healthy volunteers and psychiatric populations. Recent work has also indicated that yoga can improve cognitive-behavioural performance and control. Although there have been no controlled studies of the effects of yoga in a prison population, we reasoned that yoga could have beneficial effects in a setting where psychosocial functioning is often low, and the frequency of impulsive behaviours is high.
METHODS: Participants were recruited from 7 British prisons and randomly allocated to either a 10-week yoga programme (yoga group; 1 class per week; N = 45) or a control group (N = 55). Self-report measures of mood, stress, and psychological distress were collected before and after the intervention period. Participants completed a cognitive-behavioural task (Go/No-Go) at the end of the study, which assessed behavioural response inhibition and sustained attention.
RESULTS:
Participants in the yoga group showed increased self-reported positive affect, and reduced stress and psychological distress, compared to participants in the control group. Participants who completed the yoga course also showed better performance in the cognitive-behavioural task, making significantly fewer errors of omission in Go trials and fewer errors of commission on No-Go trials, compared to control participants.
CONCLUSIONS:
Yoga may be effective in improving subjective wellbeing, mental health, and executive functioning within prison populations. This is an important consideration given the consistently high rates of psychological morbidity in this group and the need for effective and economical intervention programmes.
Accessibility: Document exists in file
Copyright/Reproduction:
By permission
Language:
eng
Author:
Bilderbeck, A.
Secondary author(s):
Farias, M., Brazil, I., Jakobowitz, S., Wikholm, C.
Document type:
Article
Number of reproductions:
2
Reference:
Bilderbeck, A., Farias, M., Brazil, I., Jakobowitz, S., & Wikholm, C. (2013). Participation in a 10-week course of yoga improves behavioural control and decreases psychological distress in a prison population. Journal of Psychiatric Research, 47(10), 1438-1445. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jpsychires.2013.06.014
2-year Impact Factor: 4.092|2013
Times cited: 98|2025-09-10
Indexed document: Yes
Quartile: Q1
Keywords: Yoga / Prison / Behavioral control / Mood / Stress

Participation in a 10-week course of yoga improves behavioural control and decreases psychological distress in a prison population

Participation in a 10-week course of yoga improves behavioural control and decreases psychological distress in a prison population
DocumentDaily stressors and negative life events in children at elevated risk of developing schizophrenia2014

Reference code: PT/FB
Entity holding: BIAL Foundation
Location: S. Mamede do Coronado
Title:
BIAL Foundation Archive
Start date: 1994
History:
The BIAL Foundation was created in 1994 by Laboratórios BIAL in conjunction with the Council of Rectors of Portuguese Universities. BIAL’s Foundation mission is to foster the scientific study of Man from both the physical and spiritual perspectives.
Along the years the BIAL Foundation has developed an important relationship with the scientific community, first in Portugal and after worldwide. Today it is an institution of reference which aims to stimulate new researches that may help people, promote more health and contribute to new milestones to gain access to knowledge.
Among its activities the BIAL Foundation manages the BIAL Award, created in 1984, one of the most important awards in the Health field in Europe. The BIAL Award rewards both the basic and the clinical research distinguishing works of major impact in medical research.
The BIAL Foundation also assigns Scientific Research Scholarships for the study of neurophysiological and mental health in people, arousing the interest of researchers in the areas of Psychophysiology and Parapsychology.
To date the BIAL Foundation has supported 461 projects, more than 1000 researchers, with research groups in twenty-seven countries, resulting, until April 2013, in about 600 full papers, out of which 172 published in indexed international journals with an average impact factor of 3.6 and a substantial number of citations (1665).
Since 1996 the BIAL Foundation organizes the Symposia entitled "Behind and Beyond the Brain", a Forum that gathers well renowned neurosciences speakers and the BIAL Foundation Fellows which are spread around the world.
Classified as an institution of public utility, the BIAL Foundation includes among its patrons the Portuguese President, the Portuguese Universities Rectors' Council and the Portuguese Medical Association.
URL: http://www.bial.com/pt/
Accessibility: By permission

Reference code: PT/FB/BL
Entity holding: BIAL Foundation
Title: BIAL Grants
Start date: 1994
History:
In 1994 the BIAL Foundation launched a programme of science research grants with the aim of encouraging the research into Man’s physical and mental processes, namely in fields still largely unexplored but which warrant further scientific analysis, as Psychophysiology and Parapsychology.
Since its launch, applications to the BIAL grants have been increasing. Up to now 461 projects have been supported, involving more than 1000 researchers from 27 countries.
The approved applications have benefited from grants in amounts comprised between €5,000 and €50, 000. The amount to be granted is fixed by the Scientific board according to the needs of each project.
The supported projects have originated, until April 2013, in about 600 full papers, 172 out of which were published in indexed international journals with an average impact factor of 3.6 and a substantial number of citations (1665).
Among the BIAL Foundation fellows is worth highlighting the presence of scientists from prestigious universities from the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, Russia, Germany, Japan, France, Canada, and many others.
The BIAL grants are promoted biannually.

Reference code: PT/FB/BL-2006
Location: Arquivo PCA - Pastas 1 a 22 /2006
Title:
2006 Grants
Start date: 2007-01 - 2013-11
Dimension/support:
22 caixas de arquivo

Reference code: PT/FB/BL-2006-035
Location: Arquivo PCA - Pasta 17/2006
Title:
035 - Development and genetic correlates of brain function in children at high- and low-risk for developing schizophrenia
Duration: 2008-01 - 2011-07
Researcher(s):
Kristin Robyn Laurens, Sheilagh Hodgins, Robin M. Murray, Eric A. Taylor, Collier, Sir Michael Rutter
Institution(s): Department of Forensic Mental Health Science, Institute of Psychiatry, King's College London (UK)
Contents: Contents:
Bursary agreement
Application form
Correspondence
Financial report and expenditure documents
Progress reports
Final report
5 Articles (under review or published)
1 Book chapter
Language: eng
Author:
Laurens, K. R.
Secondary author(s):
Hodgins, S., Murray, R., Taylor, E., Collier, D., Rutter, M.
Number of reproductions:
1
Keywords:
Psychophysiology / Developmental psychology / Assessment tools / Biopsychological problems / Mental health / Psychotic disorders

Reference code: PT/FB/BL-2006-035.24
Location: Arquivo PCA - Pasta 17/2006
Title:
Daily stressors and negative life events in children at elevated risk of developing schizophrenia
Publication year: 2014
URL:
http://bjp.rcpsych.org/content/204/5/354.abstract
Abstract/Results: ABSTRACT:
BACKGROUND:
Psychological stress is implicated in the development of schizophrenia, but little is known about experiences of stress among children at elevated risk for the disorder.
AIMS:
To examine stressor exposure and reactivity in children with different vulnerability profiles for schizophrenia: (a) children presenting multiple antecedents of schizophrenia (ASz group), (b) children with a family history of schizophrenia (FHx group) and (c) typically developing low-risk (TD) children.
METHOD:
Ninety-five children (ASz = 29; FHx = 19; ASz+FHx = 5; TD = 42), identified aged 9-12 years using a community-based screening procedure or as relatives of individuals with schizophrenia, completed questionnaires assessing environmental stressors and psychopathology at age 11-14 years.
RESULTS:
Relative to their typically developing peers, children in the FHx and ASz groups were exposed to a greater number of negative life events and a higher frequency of daily stressors, respectively; and were more distressed by these experiences.
CONCLUSIONS:
Stress exposure and reactivity may constitute useful targets of early intervention for psychosis.
Accessibility: Document does not exist in file
Language:
eng
Author:
Cullen, A. E.
Secondary author(s):
Fisher, H., Roberts, R., Pariante, C., Laurens, K. R.
Document type:
Article
Number of reproductions:
1
Reference:
Cullen, A. E., Fisher, H., Roberts, R., Pariante, C., & Laurens, K. R. (2014). Daily stressors and negative life events in children at elevated risk of developing schizophrenia. British Journal of Psychiatry, 204, 354-360. https://doi.org/10.1192/bjp.bp.113.127001
2-year Impact Factor: 7.991|2014
Times cited: 39|2025-09-10
Indexed document: Yes
Quartile: Q1
Keywords: High-risk / Schizophrenia / Stress
File320 - Affiliative Touch & Emotion Regulation2015-102023-10

Reference code: PT/FB
Entity holding: BIAL Foundation
Location: S. Mamede do Coronado
Title:
BIAL Foundation Archive
Start date: 1994
History:
The BIAL Foundation was created in 1994 by Laboratórios BIAL in conjunction with the Council of Rectors of Portuguese Universities. BIAL’s Foundation mission is to foster the scientific study of Man from both the physical and spiritual perspectives.
Along the years the BIAL Foundation has developed an important relationship with the scientific community, first in Portugal and after worldwide. Today it is an institution of reference which aims to stimulate new researches that may help people, promote more health and contribute to new milestones to gain access to knowledge.
Among its activities the BIAL Foundation manages the BIAL Award, created in 1984, one of the most important awards in the Health field in Europe. The BIAL Award rewards both the basic and the clinical research distinguishing works of major impact in medical research.
The BIAL Foundation also assigns Scientific Research Scholarships for the study of neurophysiological and mental health in people, arousing the interest of researchers in the areas of Psychophysiology and Parapsychology.
To date the BIAL Foundation has supported 461 projects, more than 1000 researchers, with research groups in twenty-seven countries, resulting, until April 2013, in about 600 full papers, out of which 172 published in indexed international journals with an average impact factor of 3.6 and a substantial number of citations (1665).
Since 1996 the BIAL Foundation organizes the Symposia entitled "Behind and Beyond the Brain", a Forum that gathers well renowned neurosciences speakers and the BIAL Foundation Fellows which are spread around the world.
Classified as an institution of public utility, the BIAL Foundation includes among its patrons the Portuguese President, the Portuguese Universities Rectors' Council and the Portuguese Medical Association.
URL: http://www.bial.com/pt/
Accessibility: By permission

Reference code: PT/FB/BL
Entity holding: BIAL Foundation
Title: BIAL Grants
Start date: 1994
History:
In 1994 the BIAL Foundation launched a programme of science research grants with the aim of encouraging the research into Man’s physical and mental processes, namely in fields still largely unexplored but which warrant further scientific analysis, as Psychophysiology and Parapsychology.
Since its launch, applications to the BIAL grants have been increasing. Up to now 461 projects have been supported, involving more than 1000 researchers from 27 countries.
The approved applications have benefited from grants in amounts comprised between €5,000 and €50, 000. The amount to be granted is fixed by the Scientific board according to the needs of each project.
The supported projects have originated, until April 2013, in about 600 full papers, 172 out of which were published in indexed international journals with an average impact factor of 3.6 and a substantial number of citations (1665).
Among the BIAL Foundation fellows is worth highlighting the presence of scientists from prestigious universities from the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, Russia, Germany, Japan, France, Canada, and many others.
The BIAL grants are promoted biannually.

Reference code: PT/FB/BL-2014
Location: BF-GMS
Title:
2014 Grants
Start date: 2015-01

Reference code: PT/FB/BL-2014-320
Location: BF-GMS
Title:
320 - Affiliative Touch & Emotion Regulation
Duration: 2015-10 - 2023-10
Researcher(s):
Francis McGlone, Peter Cannon, Ralph Pawling, Susannah Claire Walker
Institution(s): Liverpool John Moores University (UK); Massey University, Albany (New Zealand)
Contents: Contents:
Application form
Correspondence
Research Funding Agreement
Progress report
Final report
Articles
Language: eng
Author:
McGlone, F.
Secondary author(s):
Cannon, P., Pawling, R., Walker, S.
Number of reproductions:
1
Keywords:
Touch / C-Tactile Afferents / Social / Stress / Psychophysiology
DocumentPreliminary evidence that yoga practice progressively improves mood and decreases stress in a sample of UK prisoners2015

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History:
The BIAL Foundation was created in 1994 by Laboratórios BIAL in conjunction with the Council of Rectors of Portuguese Universities. BIAL’s Foundation mission is to foster the scientific study of Man from both the physical and spiritual perspectives.
Along the years the BIAL Foundation has developed an important relationship with the scientific community, first in Portugal and after worldwide. Today it is an institution of reference which aims to stimulate new researches that may help people, promote more health and contribute to new milestones to gain access to knowledge.
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Title: BIAL Grants
Start date: 1994
History:
In 1994 the BIAL Foundation launched a programme of science research grants with the aim of encouraging the research into Man’s physical and mental processes, namely in fields still largely unexplored but which warrant further scientific analysis, as Psychophysiology and Parapsychology.
Since its launch, applications to the BIAL grants have been increasing. Up to now 461 projects have been supported, involving more than 1000 researchers from 27 countries.
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The supported projects have originated, until April 2013, in about 600 full papers, 172 out of which were published in indexed international journals with an average impact factor of 3.6 and a substantial number of citations (1665).
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2010 Grants
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Reference code: PT/FB/BL-2010-074
Location: Arquivo PCA - Pasta 13/2010
Title:
074 - The psychobiological effects of yoga/meditation in a prison population
Duration: 2012-02 - 2014-04
Researcher(s):
Miguel Farias, Amy Bilderbeck
Institution(s): Department of Experimental Psychology, University of Oxford (UK)
Contents: Contents:
Bursary agreement
Application form
Correspondence
Financial report and expenditure documents
Progress report
Final report
Language: eng
Notes:
This project is still in progress
Author: Farias, M.
Secondary author(s):
Bilderbeck, A.
Number of reproductions:
2
Keywords:
Parapsychology / Intervention / Cognitive processes / Altered states of consciousness / Meditation / Stress and health / Well-being

Reference code: PT/FB/BL-2010-074.03
Location: Arquivo PCA - Pasta 13/2010
Title:
Preliminary evidence that yoga practice progressively improves mood and decreases stress in a sample of UK prisoners
Publication year: 2015
URL:
http://www.hindawi.com/journals/ecam/2015/819183/
Abstract/Results: ABSTRACT:
Objectives: In the first randomized controlled trial of yoga on UK prisoners, we previously showed that yoga practice was associated with improved mental wellbeing and cognition. Here, we aimed to assess how class attendance, self-practice, and demographic factors were related to outcome amongst prisoners enrolled in the 10-week yoga intervention.
Methods: The data of 55 participants (52 male, 3 female) who completed a 10-week yoga course were analysed. Changes in pre- and postyoga measures of affect, perceived stress, and psychological symptoms were entered into linear regression analyses with bias-corrected and accelerated bootstrap confidence intervals. Class attendance, self-practice, demographic variables, and baseline psychometric variables were included as regressors.
Results: Participants who attended more yoga classes and those who engaged in frequent (5 times or more) self-practice reported significantly greater decreases in perceived stress. Decreases in negative affect were also significantly related to high frequency self-practice and greater class attendance at a near-significant level. Age was positively correlated with yoga class attendance, and higher levels of education were associated with greater decreases in negative affect. Conclusions: Our results suggest that there may be progressive beneficial effects of yoga within prison populations and point to subpopulations who may benefit the most from this practice.
Accessibility: Document exists in file
Language:
eng
Author:
Bilderbeck, A.
Secondary author(s):
Brazil, I., Farias, M.
Document type:
Article
Number of reproductions:
2
Reference:
Bilderbeck, A, Brazil, I., & Farias, M. (2015). Preliminary evidence that yoga practice progressively improves mood and decreases stress in a sample of UK prisoners. Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine, Article ID 819183. https://doi.org/10.1155/2015/819183
2-year Impact Factor: 1.931|2015
Times cited: 10|2025-09-10
Indexed document: Yes
Quartile: Q2
Keywords: Yoga / Prisoners / Mood / Stress

Preliminary evidence that yoga practice progressively improves mood and decreases stress in a sample of UK prisoners

Preliminary evidence that yoga practice progressively improves mood and decreases stress in a sample of UK prisoners